10/14/2026
LIONS GLOBAL VISION WEEK October 8–18, 2026
Opening Eyes. Changing Lives.
Vision is a big part of what Lions do, and Vision Week gives us a chance to highlight the importance of eye health and the work Lions are doing right here in our community.
Meet Lion Tom Goller, who routinely makes routes through Galesville picking up donated eyeglasses, hearing aids and cellphones that will be put to good use helping others. You can donate these items at our collection bins located at Co-Op Credit Union, Randy’s Grocery and Marinuka Nursing Home.
As part of our service project, last night our Lions also took part in a vision simulation exercise using special simulation glasses. Members experienced Overall Blur, Peripheral Loss, Central Field Loss, Combination Loss, Hemianopia and Low Contrast—and then shared what those few minutes were like. Dr. Robin Theye (our newest Galesville Lion!) explained the conditions and how they impact daily life for visually impaired.
For some, a simple task like reading the Lions agenda and meeting minutes, walking up the stairs or seeing another person across the room suddenly became much more difficult.
It was a good reminder that what takes us seconds or feels completely routine can be a real challenge for someone living with vision loss every day.
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