Latest News CareCredit Provides $25,000 Grant to Optometry Cares - The AOA Foundation’s InfantSEE Program By Staff Friday, January 29, 2016 12:18 AM COSTA MESA, Calif.—CareCredit’s Caring Communities Program is making a difference in the vision health of children with a $25,000 grant to Optometry Cares - The American Optometric Association Foundation’s InfantSEE program. CareCredit is a leading health, wellness and beauty credit card, and this marks the fourth consecutive year the company has contributed to InfantSEE.According to Optometry Cares - The AOA Foundation, vision disorders are the fourth most common disability in the United States and the most prevalent handicapping condition during childhood. A trained optometrist can examine infant eye development as early as six to 12 months of age. These early assessments help identify developing eye conditions and diseases, allowing for treatment and possible prevention of life-long vision complication. “We extend our heartfelt appreciation to CareCredit for once again providing generous support of our efforts to provide education about the importance of regular eyecare for children,” said Rebecca Hildebrand, director, Optometry Cares The AOA Foundation.CareCredit’s grant will be used to expand awareness of the InfantSEE program among new parents through print advertising, brochures, signage and displays, as well as online efforts.