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Helping People See the World. For over 70 years The MedRVA Foundation has given hope to Central Virginians with vision impairment.

06/24/2026

Living with low vision can make everyday tasks more challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

At the MedRVA Low Vision Clinic, our team works with patients to identify tools, devices, and strategies that can help them maximize their remaining vision and maintain independence.

In this video, Dr. Rapone shares how our clinic supports patients through personalized low vision care.

Learn more about the MedRVA Low Vision Clinic at MedRVA.com/lowvision

Alt text: (Video) Dr. Angelene Rapone speaks about the services offered through the MedRVA Low Vision Clinic. She explains how the clinic helps patients with low vision by providing individualized support, adaptive devices, and strategies to assist with daily activities. The video includes captions and concludes with the MedRVA Low Vision Clinic logo.

06/19/2026

In recognition of Nystagmus Awareness Day tomorrow, we’re sharing support and awareness for those living with nystagmus.

Nystagmus is a condition that causes involuntary eye movements, which can affect vision in different ways for each person. Through our Low Vision Program, we’re here to provide tools, resources, and support for patients and families as they navigate daily life.

We invite our community to join us in learning more and sharing awareness.

To learn more about the MedRVA Low Vision Center, visit MedRVA.com/lowvision

Alt text: A social media graphic for Nystagmus Awareness Day on June 20th from the MedRVA Low Vision Clinic. Bold, blue, and purple text reads "NYSTAGMUS AWARENESS DAY." A rounded photo shows a patient receiving an eye exam from the MedRVA Foundation’s Optometrist. The MedRVA Low Vision Clinic logo appears below the photo.

06/16/2026

Finding community can make all the difference.

For Ms. Mona, staying positive means connecting with others who understand the challenges of living with vision loss. Through the MedRVA Low Vision Clinic, she has found support, encouragement, and a community that helps her navigate life with macular degeneration.

At the MedRVA Foundation, we’re proud to provide services that empower individuals with low vision to build connections, gain confidence, and re-establish their independence.

💜Learn more about our low vision program and free support group, which meets both in-person and virtually, at MedRVA.com/Foundation

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A woman named Ms. Mona, who has macular degeneration, shares what helps her stay positive during difficult days. She explains that support from the MedRVA Low Vision Clinic and connecting with others experiencing vision loss helps her maintain a positive outlook. The video highlights the importance of community and support for individuals living with low vision.

06/09/2026

A child’s vision can change the way they learn and experience the classroom.

For some, the board is blurry. For others, reading feels harder than it should. Many don’t realize anything is wrong at all; they’ve just learned to adapt.

That’s where our work begins.

Through the MedRVA Foundation Vision Screening Program, we provide quick, gentle screenings that help uncover vision challenges early and guide families toward the care they may need. In a few minutes, we can help shift a child’s experience from uncertainty to clarity.

Clear vision can change how a child learns, participates, and grows. These small moments of discovery can open the door to big differences in confidence and learning.

We are proud to support our community in this way, one child, one screening, one clearer view at a time.

Learn more about our vision screening program: https://www.medrva.com/for-community/visionprogram

Alt text: A post from the MedRVA Foundation titled "Vision Screening Program 2026 Impact" in bold dark purple text. Four dark purple circles display key statistics: 47 Events, 966 Children Screened, 110 Vision Problems Found, and 11% Rate of Referral. A photo of a young girl with glasses, a pink hair bow, and a floral top stands confidently with her hands on her hips on the right side. The background is lavender with a subtle chevron pattern. "As of 05/19/2026" appears in small text. The MedRVA Foundation logo and tagline, "Helping people see the world," are centered at the bottom.

06/03/2026

Our Low Vision Support Group is a place to connect, share experiences, and exchange tips and tricks with others who understand. Together, we strengthen community, support one another, and work toward being stronger together.

We welcome patients, families, and caregivers to join us. If you or someone you know would like to be part of this group, sign up for our email list to stay updated on upcoming low vision events. The group meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 1 PM to 3 PM at 8700 Stony Point Parkway, Suite 100, in Richmond. Virtual participation is also available.

Join our support group: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=swebqRLNUESkFrm5psuE8Gyyg03uLLhBnRSDU44q-FBUOFJBQlg2WFozNjZaV0xOSU5SMFVNTzBaRC4u&route=shorturl

Alt text: A social media graphic promoting the MedRVA Foundation's Low Vision Support Group. Bold dark purple text reads "FIND COMMUNITY THROUGH OUR LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP" on the left side against a white background with subtle lavender chevron patterns. A circular photo on the right shows a smiling woman in a red sweater doing a craft activity at a group table with other participants visible behind her. At the bottom, a lavender banner contains the MedRVA Foundation logo with the tagline "Helping people see the world," separated by a vertical purple line from the text "FREE for all to join. The 2nd Wednesday of each month. In-person or virtual.

05/27/2026

We’re proud to support families at the Bear-y Best Start Fair 🧸

The MedRVA Foundation Vision Screening Program will be on-site, offering free vision screenings as part of this FREE, family-focused event for new and expectant parents and families with young children.

Spend the day connecting with community resources, receiving support from healthcare professionals, and enjoying giveaways, raffles, free teddy bears, and car seat safety checks.

📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 Richmond Raceway
600 E Laburnum Ave
Richmond, VA 23222

Admission is free. Register here:
https://tinyurl.com/bearybeststart

05/21/2026

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day, a reminder that accessibility is not optional. It is essential.

At the MedRVA Foundation, this commitment is reflected in the care we provide every day through our Low Vision Clinic and supportive services. We work with patients experiencing vision loss to help them maintain independence, confidence, and connection to the world around them.

Our occupational therapy support plays a key role in that journey, helping patients learn how to use adaptive tools and strategies that make daily life more accessible and manageable. From navigating home environments to building new routines, the focus is always on what is possible.

Accessibility means more than accommodation. It means dignity, independence, and the ability to live fully at every stage of vision.

To learn more about the vision rehabilitation services offered through the MedRVA Foundation, visit MedRVA.com/lowvision.

Alt text: The image depicts a message saying "Global Accessibility Day" with a picture of a low vision patient learning how to navigate low vision aids with the help of the MedRVA Foundation’s optometrist and low vision technician.

05/20/2026

Fun, learning, and community connection made the Children's Museum of Richmond’s Kindergarten Readiness Events such a special experience for our team. 💜

The MedRVA Foundation Vision Screening Program had a wonderful time meeting local families and providing FREE, quick, non-invasive vision screenings with instant results for children throughout the events. Kids had the opportunity to see images of their eyes, learn a little more about vision and eye health, and engage with our team in a fun, welcoming environment, while parents received helpful information about their child’s vision.

Throughout the events, our team screened several children for potential vision concerns and provided optometric referrals for those who may benefit from additional care. Experiences like these are a meaningful way to help families learn more about eye health early, while making the process approachable, educational, and positive for children.

Interested in learning more about our Vision Screening Program or finding an upcoming free screening event? Visit MedRVA.com/for-community/visionprogram to learn more and see where we’ll be next!

Address

8700 Stony Point Pkwy, 240
Richmond, VA
23235

Telephone

+18045459435

Website

http://www.medrva.com/foundation

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