Great Rivers Community Eye Care

04/03/2026

Wishing your family a happy and blessed Easter!

03/31/2026

03/21/2026

Three years ago, I took a leap and opened Great Rivers Community Eye Care - and this community made it something truly special.

Today, I’ve been reflecting on how far we’ve come. What started as a dream has grown into something I’m incredibly proud of.

To our patients - thank you for trusting us, for recommending us to your friends and family, and for allowing us to be part of your lives. In a community like ours, that trust means everything.

Your support doesn’t just impact a business - it supports my family and the families of the team members who care for you every day. That is something I will never take for granted.

I’m also so grateful for my team, who come in each day with one shared mission: to care for our patients the way we would want to be cared for. That heart is what makes this place so special.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting my small business. It is truly a privilege to care for this community, and I’m so excited to see where the future takes us.

- Dr. Gerson

03/17/2026

🍀 We’re feeling extra lucky today! 🍀
Check out these adorable (and delicious 😋) cookies made by Just Plane Sweet Cookie Co.! Dr. Amanda’s mom sure knows how to make our holidays fun and yummy.

Stop by and grab a treat while celebrating St. Paddy’s Day with us!

03/10/2026

🎓 Community Eye Care Future Healthcare Leader Scholarship – Now Accepting Applications!

Community Eye Care is proud to support the next generation of healthcare professionals through our Future Healthcare Leader Scholarship.

We are awarding one $500 scholarship to a graduating high school senior from the Class of 2026 who plans to pursue a career in a healthcare-related field and is passionate about giving back to their community.

📅 Application Deadline: May 15, 2026

📩 See the application form below for full details and submission instructions.

Please share to help us reach students who are passionate about a future in healthcare!

03/09/2026

Before your child starts kindergarten… there’s one important step many parents don’t realize is required.

Illinois requires a comprehensive eye exam for all children entering kindergarten. These exams help detect vision problems that school screenings can miss and make sure your child is ready to learn and read comfortably.

At Great Rivers Community Eye Care, kids who complete their kindergarten exam become part of our Brave Eyes Club! ⭐They leave their visit feeling proud, confident, and rocking their Brave Eyes Club t-shirt like the ones pictured here!

We love helping kids feel:
👓 Brave
👓 Smart
👓 Kindergarten Ready

📞 Call (618-494-4030) to schedule your child’s kindergarten eye exam before summer schedules fill up!

👇 Know a parent with a future kindergartener? Tag them so they don’t miss this requirement!

03/04/2026

Something exciting is happening!

Because of your incredible support, trust, and referrals, our practice has grown more than we ever imagined. Over the past few years, this community has welcomed us, encouraged us, and helped our small business thrive — and we are so grateful. And now it’s time for the next chapter…

🎉 We’re expanding! 🎉

Don’t worry — we’re not going far! We’ll still be in the same building, just moving up front into a larger space so we can continue providing the care you deserve while welcoming even more of our community. You may notice a little extra activity while we get everything ready, so please be patient with us during this exciting transition.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting our small business and trusting us with your eye care.

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, show your eyes a little love.

Whether it’s time for your yearly exam, new glasses, or you’ve been squinting a little too hard lately… we’ve got you covered!

📞 Call or text us to schedule your appointment (618-494-4030)

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Great Rivers Community Eye Care.

01/25/2026

Due to road conditions and for the safety of our team members and patients, our office will open at 10:00 AM tomorrow (1/26/26).
Please stay warm and safe out there!

12/31/2025

As we reflect on another year in our community, our hearts are truly full. We want to extend our sincere thanks to our patients, families, and community for another wonderful year of trust and support.

The relationships we build and the opportunity to care for you and your families are what make this work so meaningful to us. We are incredibly grateful for the confidence you place in our team and for allowing us to be part of your lives year after year.

Thank you for allowing us to do what we love. We wish you a happy, healthy, and bright 2026, and we look forward to continuing to serve you in the year ahead.

- Dr. Gerson