Published eligible uses
What can the gift support?
Assessment and referral
An appropriate eye examination establishes whether cataract, another condition or a combination of problems is responsible.
Clinically recommended treatment
Diagnosis, alternatives, benefits, risks and informed consent belong with the treating clinician.
Access and practical support
Eligibility, an itemised care plan and practical needs such as transport may need to be established.
Follow-up and reporting
Aftercare arrangements and documented delivery matter; fundraising totals alone do not establish treatment outcomes.
A standard gift supports the programme across three countries. Contact WAN before giving if a country restriction or particular sponsorship arrangement is essential to you.
Why eye care is a pathway, not a single transaction
A screening result alone is not a diagnosis or surgery booking. Assessment, an individual treatment decision, access arrangements and follow-up all matter. Cataract surgery can improve vision, but other eye conditions and complications can limit the result.
Not every sight problem needs cataract surgery. Examination may identify glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, a glasses prescription or a need for specialist referral. The treating team is responsible for clinical decisions and aftercare.
How donors can check delivery
A useful programme report identifies location, reporting period, delivery arrangements, services and supporting records. It distinguishes assessments, referrals, procedures and follow-up so one person is not unintentionally counted several times.
Patient stories require appropriate consent and should explain what is known and unknown. Absence of a published report does not prove that no activity occurred, but it limits what a visitor can verify.
Share the context, not only the link.
Read the Gift of Sight eye-care pathway, planning estimate and reporting status before giving. Sharing clear information can help others choose.
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