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I am sorry to hear about your dental and vision struggles for the past couple of years. Here are possible resources for both the vision and dental that you can explore.

Dental

• Dental Lifeline Network - Select your state and see what programs are available
• American Dental Association - Get information on volunteer dentist programs, as well as find a dentist in your area
• National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research - Find resources and suggestions on how to get dental services

Vision

• New Eyes for the Needy (973-376-4903) - Purchases new prescription eyeglasses through a voucher program for children and adults in the United States who cannot afford glasses on their own. Client must work through a social worker, case worker or agency to submit an application. Applications must be submitted with a copy of a recent eye prescription (applicants must have had their eyes examined within the past 12 months)
• Lions Club International - Get assistance (grant) or find possible resources

Both Dental and Vision

• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Centers
• Remote Area Medical - Provides mobile medical clinics for medical, dental and vision services
• National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics - Search for free and charitable clinics in your area