The Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC) and the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation have joined forces to improve access to vision care for patients with low vision, just in time for Singapore’s SG60 celebrations. This partnership allows eligible patients to collect their prescribed eyewear directly from the Spectacle Hut store at SingHealth Campus, simplifying the process from prescription to pickup.
The initiative, which integrates dispensing support into the vision care pathway, aims to close critical gaps in the delivery of specialised eyewear. The OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation has contributed 600 pairs of spectacles, including 400 pairs of high-plus reading glasses and 200 pairs of ophthalmic frames, to expand availability and offer patients a wider range of options. High-plus reading glasses provide enhanced magnification, enabling low vision patients to perform daily activities more comfortably.
Patricia Koh, Head of the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Southeast Asia, Japan, and Korea, stated, “This initiative represents a new kind of coordination between clinical care and retail expertise.” Lisa Ong, Head of Allied Health at SNEC, added, “This collaboration affords greater convenience to our low vision patients who often already have challenges getting around.”
This partnership reflects Singapore’s leadership in eye care innovation and aligns with the national SG60 theme, “Building Our Singapore Together.” With an ageing population and increasing demand for rehabilitation services, this collaboration offers a glimpse into the future of more connected, community-responsive healthcare.
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