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The Kentucky KidSight Program is proud to be part of the Lions Club International's KidSight USA Program.
The Kentucky KidSight program is a vision screening program started by the Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation in 2004 in which Lions Clubs and volunteers throughout the Commonwealth organize and conduct vision screenings for children ages 6 months to 6 years old.
Interested in becoming a KidSight volunteer?
Want to become a certfitied vision screener?
Lions KidSight USA Foundation Vision Screener Certification
Vision Screener Certification is FREE and is given by Lions KidSight USA Foundation and is done online, you must have a computer available to take the certification test.
Lions KidSight USA strongly encourages Lions to become certified vision screeners so they obtain a comprehensive understanding of the screening process and then begin organizing events at Schools, Daycare Centers and Preschools.
Your registration will be completed when you complete the test. Be sure to follow these steps when you are ready to take the test. (the website may timeout if you are not ready to take the test) This test shouldn't take more than 20 minutes and must be completed on a computer/laptop, not a Tablet (iPad) or SmartPhone.
Training Manual and Videos found at the website: https://www.lionskidsightusa.org/certifications
When ready, visit the website at http://e-district.org/sites/kidsightusa/page-11.php and review the quick instructions.
You will need the below log in information for the Members Section at the left:
Username: md43KY
Password: KidUSA
Then proceed to the Test.
The first section asks for your email address, name, District, State and Membership ID# - See your club Secretary for your Member ID.
The second section of 50 questions.
This is an Open Book test.
When you have completed the test, you may get an email from Google Forms acknowledging you’re entry. But this is not the results.
At some time later, KidSight USA will provide you with your "Results - Score" and if you passed, you will be provided with a PDF file of the Certificate showing that you have passed successfully. * Please give them 3-4 days and If you don't hear from them, send an email to dan@uitti.net and he will look for your 'answers'.
After you have completed the test and passed with flying colors you will receive a personalized Certificate via email. You are welcome to print additional copies, to show Schools that you and your team are truly qualified.
Please share the news with karenhayse@kylionseye.org when you pass your certification test so that we can share in your happy news!
Congratulations to the following Lions from MD43that have successfully passed theVision Screening Certification test: James Abenroth, Linda Allen, Richard Allen, Judith Bates, B. Keith Buck, Cindy Byrd, Chuck Carlson, Andrew Clay, Mary Cooney, Susan Davis, Wally Hardy, Karen Hayse, Carol Hollander, Guy Hollander, David Madison, Brian Medlin, Shirley Moore, Karen Nitschke, James Snyder, Diane Stewart, Andrei Tunsil, Diana Varner, David Walker & Betty Witten.
KidSight Volunteer FAQ'S
Are there any grants to help purchase a vision screening device?
Matching grants (previously called standard grants) are large-scale humanitarian projects that address unmet needs. The project must serve a large population. Grants awarded are between US$10,000 and US$150,000.
Matching grants typically provide funds for capital construction and equipment. Typical projects include mobile health units, centers for people who are disabled or blind, eye clinics, major medical equipment, nursing homes and schools in developing countries.
Application and Deadline
Applications may be considered at the LCIF Board of Trustees meetings in August, January, and May. Applications must be received by LCIF no less than 90 days before the board meeting date. Deadlines to apply are February 1, May 1, and October 1.
To find out more information about Lions Club International has a Matching Grant, click below.
What is the price of a vision screening device?
The current Lions pricing for the Spot camera with case includes a 5 Year Warranty for $8,190; the camera has to be paid for before you can apply for a $1,500 Rebate, valid VALID AUGUST 1, 2024 – MAY 15, 2025. You can order camera through KLEF and not have to pay tax. If you are planning on replacing your aging camera, contact Lion Karen Hayse at (502) 553-1947 or email karenhayse@kylionseye.org as she has the most up-to-date information for you to use when writing grants.
Do we print every child's results?
Yes, this is one way that we educate parents and child care or school staff about the KidSight program and the importance of their child being screened. If a parent takes the time to sign a consent form, they deserve to see the results regardless if their child is a pass or refer. Also, we need to be giving the Referral Packets along with all referrals. The KidSight forms can be downloaded on the KLEF website https://www.kylionseye.org/lions-info
Does a SPOT screening device need to be calibrated?
The answer is NO.
Questions about software updates or warranty information?
Please have your camera in front of you as they will ask you the serial number of your camera (it is on the bottom of your camera). This will help them answer your questions.
Welch Allyn Technical Support Email: technicalsupport@hillrom.com
Phone: (800) 535-6663, Option 2
Forms for KidSight Volunteers
To download the forms double click on the form that you are needing.
The form may not auctomatically open but will be downloaded to your device as a word document.
