Keeping Your Eyes Healthy-Eye Health Action Plan

Eye Health Action Plan

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The document provides a structured action plan template for individuals managing diabetes, specifically focusing on scheduling and attending yearly eye exams. It is designed to help users keep track of their eye health as part of diabetes management, recognizing the importance of regular exams to prevent complications.<br /><br />Key components of the action plan include:<br />1. **Tracking Exam Dates:** Users are prompted to note the date of their last eye exam and set a reminder for the next one, which should be scheduled 12 months later.<br /><br />2. **Scheduling and Payment:** Users are encouraged to select an eye care provider, noting the contact details and whether an appointment has been made. Payment options include relying on health insurance, community organization support, or using low-cost care resources from the American Diabetes Association (ADA) or National Eye Institute (NEI).<br /><br />3. **Transportation and Barriers:** The plan suggests ways to manage transportation to the exam, offering options such as health plan services or help from friends and community organizations. It also addresses potential barriers like affordability, lack of childcare, and forgetfulness, inviting users to consider personal obstacles and strategize solutions.<br /><br />4. **Additional Support:** Users can take the ADA’s Eye Health Pledge and seek further assistance from a community health worker.<br /><br />5. **Resources:** The document provides resources for finding free or low-cost eye care from ADA and NEI.<br /><br />This structured approach empowers individuals to take proactive steps in managing their diabetes-related eye health, allowing them to address challenges in advance and encouraging engagement with supportive resources.

Keywords

diabetes management

eye exams

health tracking

eye care provider

payment options

transportation solutions

barriers to care

ADA resources

community support

eye health pledge