02/01/2026
Volunteer Opportunity: VOSH-MI Nepal Vision Mission 🌍 – April 2026
The Opticians Association of Michigan is sharing the following opportunity on behalf of VOSH-MI and Dr. Brian C. Hayes, O.D. 👓
VOSH-MI is seeking licensed opticians to participate in a humanitarian vision mission to Nepal, providing essential eye care services to underserved communities. 🌟
Mission Dates: April 12–23, 2026 📅 Location: Nepal (including a four-day trek to Namche Bazaar, near Everest) 🏔️
The team will distribute approximately 3,000 pairs of eyeglasses. Volunteers will assist with prescription matching, frame adjustments, and may support patient registration and basic visual testing. 🏥
Volunteer Need:
Four opticians are specifically requested, though additional volunteers are welcome. 🙌
Cost:
$1,600 per participant, plus airfare to and from Kathmandu
Fee includes lodging, meals, and the guided trek portion of the trip 🍽️
This is a unique opportunity to combine professional service with meaningful global impact. 🌎
For additional details or to express interest, please contact: Brian C. Hayes, O.D. drhayes@salineoptometry.com
OAM is pleased to share this opportunity as a resource for members interested in mission-based service.
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