Give the Gift of Sight Month
December is Give the Gift of Sight Month at ISPB/PBIL.
Become a sight-saver by donating today! For more information visit HERE
Community Happenings
Our staff, team of interns, and volunteers provide eye health education and outreach at all types of community events – including health fairs, presentations, conferences, and screenings!
December 13, 2024
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Aetna Winter Wellness Fair
3533 W North Ave – Chicago, IL
December 16, 2024
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Friendship Center Food Pantry
2711 W Lawrence Ave – Chicago, IL
For more information, please contact rbarraza@preventblindness.org
Toy Selection Guidelines
Before you purchase a toy:
- Read all warnings and instructions on the box.
- Ask yourself if the toy is right for your child’s ability and age.
- Avoid purchasing toys with sharp or rigid points, spikes, rods, or dangerous edges.
- Check the lenses and frames of children’s sunglasses; many can break and cause injuries.
- Buy toys that will withstand impact and not break into dangerous shards.
- Look for the letters “ASTM.” This means the product meets the national safety standards set by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).
- Avoid toys that shoot or include parts that fly off.
Remember that BB guns are NOT toys.
Before letting your children play with toys:
- Inspect toys for safe, sturdy construction.
- Explain how to use the toy.
- Fix or throw away broken toys.
Always
- Keep young children away from toys meant for older children.
- Supervise your children while playing.
- Store toys properly after play to avoid risks or falls.
- Supervise children’s craft projects (scissors and glue can be extremely dangerous to a child’s eyesight).
- Have children wear the right eye protection for sports (face shields, helmets, eyeguards).
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