UR Community Cares Gets Dime Bank Grant To Enhance Vision Services

MANCHESTER, CT — UR Community Cares Friday announced that it has received a grant from the Dime Bank Foundation to purchase a vision table for its vision station.

The innovative table is designed to improve the lives of individuals with low vision and mobility disabilities, organization officials said.

The vision table is an ergonomic tilting table with manual height adjustment and was created to support people with mobility challenges. Its various shapes and sizes, built-in tilting tabletop, and steel plate technology enable users to be more independent and self-reliant.

"This table is an excellent solution for the elderly, those with mobility disabilities, or vision impairments, and is well-suited for work, school, play and training," organization officials said.

The community is invited to the grand opening of the vision station on Jan. 23, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The UR Community Cares Eye Health Fair. The event will take place at 153 Spruce St. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from more than 10 presenters about the various resources available to support individuals with low vision.

"We are incredibly grateful to the Dime Bank Foundation for their support," said Michelle Puzzo, the executive director at UR Community Cares. "This Vision Table will significantly enhance our ability to serve those with low vision and mobility disabilities, promoting greater independence and quality of life."