Low Vision Aids & Devices in Lacey

Low Vision Aids & Devices in Lacey

Enjoy More Independence & A Greater Quality of Life

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Fear You're Losing Your Independence?

We Can Help You Keep It

If you've been diagnosed with an eye disease, such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy, you may feel overwhelmed and confused about the next steps to take.

Our low vision team will supply you with the most up-to-date information, and prescribe you with optimal low vision aids and devices so you can live your best life.

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What Does "Low Vision" Mean?

Low vision refers to vision loss that can’t be corrected with standard glasses, contact lenses or surgery. However, it isn't considered blindness as limited eyesight remains. Symptoms typically include blind spots, poor night vision and blurred vision. Low vision is commonly caused by age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and diabetes.

Fortunately, people with low vision can continue living full and meaningful lives with the help of low vision aids and devices.


A Low Vision Aid for Every Activity, Purpose, and Person

If low vision affects your ability to work or study, by making it more difficult to read the newspaper, work at your computer, watch TV, craft, or cook, Hawk's Prairie Vision Clinic can help. Our experienced low vision optometrist will fit you with the appropriate aids or devices that complement your visual needs and lifestyle.

With our help, you may be able to drive again and resume many of the activities you love.

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Examples of Low Vision Aids and Devices

Want to get back behind the wheel? 

Consider bioptic telescopic, tinted, or side vision awareness glasses.

Miss playing cards with the gang? 

Microscope or telemicroscope glasses can help make it happen.

Struggle to navigate a grocery store? 

We offer several types of magnifiers that can take the stress out of your shopping experience.


We Can Help Maximize Your Remaining Vision

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Hawk's Prairie Vision Clinic in Lacey offers diagnostic screenings and treatments for macular degeneration and other severe eye diseases.

Our low vision eye doctors will consult with you and offer solutions that will help you manage symptoms and preserve your vision.


Low Vision FAQs

What are low vision devices?

Low vision aids and devices maximize whatever usable vision you have left and help you maintain or regain your independence. These include electronic aids, such as screen readers and video magnifiers. Optical aids include standing and hand-held magnifiers, strong magnifying reading glasses, and small telescopes, among others. To learn more, contact Hawk's Prairie Vision Clinic today.

What conditions can cause low vision?

Low vision can be caused by a number of eye conditions and diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetes, eye cancer, albinism, and genetic eye disorders. Eye injuries and traumatic brain injuries can also result in vision loss. If you or a loved one has low vision, contact our practice to learn how we can help you carry out your daily tasks more effectively.

How can one obtain a low vision aid or device?

The process begins with a comprehensive low vision eye exam by our low vision team. Once we’ve determined your degree and type of vision loss, we’ll ask you about your lifestyle and suggest the aids or devices that can help you most. Then, we’ll show you exactly how to use your new aids independently and answer any of your questions.

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- Feb. 09, 2025
Friendly. Explained all tests and results.
- Jan. 15, 2025
medical care is great. I trust them.
- Jan. 13, 2025
Fantastic service and really nice people.
- Jan. 10, 2025
Terrific all around!
- Dec. 28, 2024
From the beginning the staff helped us at all times. The doctor was very kind and took the necessary... time to examine my child and was willing to answer our questions.
- Dec. 13, 2024
The whole staff is amazing- from the secretary’s to the eyeglass staff, and to The doctors and the... ir assistants. Check in is smooth and effortless. I’ve been coming to this clinic for nearly 20 Years (if not more)! And Within those years of seeing Michelle and Barb(ara) have been amazing to say the least! I always feel So Relaxed, happy, & blessed. We’ve clicked instantly (like long lost friends) for the years Barb/ Michelle have been there. I enjoy their company and the laughs we have. It does help That Michelle is a military spouse so that’s an added bonus!!! I wouldn’t trade them for The world and when I move to Tacoma area I’ll still keep Hawks prairie vision clinic my main eye care solution!
- Dec. 03, 2024
Staff is super friendly, helpful and your appointment time is accurate, no waiting, so arrive early....
- Nov. 27, 2024
Oh my God that Dr Michelle is always happy and she makes me happy she is energized I really like her... and I would recommend her to anyone
- Nov. 13, 2024
Been going here for years because of the excellent service and friendly personnel.
- Nov. 10, 2024
Dr. Michelle Durham is genuine and engages with you.
- Nov. 08, 2024
Hawks Prairie Vision Clinic gives wonderful service. The technicians and doctors have taken great c... are with my eyes for years! I sincerely recommend the clinic. They have a nice selection of frames, as well.
- Nov. 06, 2024
I'm so glad this place exists...
- Oct. 23, 2024
Great staff and eye Dr took time to listen and treat me correctly. I felt very comfortable. Definite... ly will go back and use them for eye care needs.
- Oct. 20, 2024
We have been going here for years, and we will never go anywhere else. The Dr. is amazingly accurate... and he is more than great with kids. My grandson is autistic so I thought it couldn't be done, he enjoyed his experience, and now he is doing better in school. The place is clean and the staff is great! Even with my insurance they don't treat us any different. Love, love, love.
- Oct. 18, 2024
Wonderful experience with Hawk's Prairie Vision Clinic -from check-in to final prescription for glas... ses.
- Oct. 14, 2024
Very nice staff, Dr. Michelle Durham is excellent, and the office is close by!
- Oct. 11, 2024
Very welcoming and personable .
- Oct. 06, 2024
I have found Hawk's Prairie Vision Clinic to have quality vision help and great choose of glasses an... d prices. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. I will be going back as long as I live in the sound area.
- Oct. 01, 2024
Very professional, they made my 5 year old comfortable and talked her through which frame fit best.
- Oct. 01, 2024
Friendly staff,professional and on tone.

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Your Low Vision Eye Doctors in Lacey

Our optometry practice in Lacey

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • EyeMed
  • Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Tricare
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • MetLife
  • Regence
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • First Choice Health
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Washington Apple Health Medicaid
  • Coordinated Care Ambetter
  • Shasta Health Insurance
  • United Healthcare

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Ready to see the world more clearly?

Let us help you maximize your remaining vision.

(360) 459-3333