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Visual Eyes Optical – Get the vision you deserve

Apr 1, 2023 | 6:00 AM

Whether it be a pair of single vision lenses to see at a distance or progressive lenses to avoid eye fatigue at work, opticians can help determine exactly what a person needs to achieve optimal vision in all settings. For Tammy Van Meer and Lisa Fox at Visual Eyes Optical – the client needs are their main focus.

The licensed opticians and contact lens technicians have more than 45 years of combined experience. Visual Eyes Optical is conveniently located in the Co-op Mall and recently celebrated 10 years of service in North Battleford.

They love what they do and the fact that they are women entrepreneurs brings them a sense of pride, because they know only 25 per cent of entrepreneurs out there are women – so they take pride in what they do.

Behind their success is the customer service they provide. Van Meer and Fox take the time to educate their clients about different options, so they know what they’re getting and why.

“There are so many different options, for example, with progressive lenses. There are ones with wider reading areas, less distortion and price points can be different. So, we give them a ‘good, better, best’ option and then let them know what we think they should have and why.”

Fox said they’re so passionate about what they do, they’ve lost sleep over clients who are having issues with their glasses.

“We put a lot of heart and thought into helping our customers and making them feel comfortable. We try and go above and beyond.”

A lot of people are afraid to ask their optometrists for their prescriptions because there is a misconception you can’t take them elsewhere.

Remember, your prescription belongs to you.

Visual Eyes Optical is the only store in the Battlefords to carry the Nano brand for children. The super flexible glasses come with a 3-year unconditional warranty. Name brands like Coach, Michael Kors, Emporio Armani and Ray Bans are also good quality frames available at decent price points.

When people shop for glasses online, the frames you choose can’t be adjusted and if you need progressives, specific measures need to be taken and they aren’t. You have no after-care when you buy online and you really get what you pay for.

Frames for children 16 and under are always buy one, get one free. Adults can buy one and get up to two pairs at half price and seniors also receive a discount. Plus, Van Meer and Fox make the purchasing simple through direct billing. If you’re in the market for contact lenses, the duo guarantees they’ll have the most updated products on the market. They often attend seminars to continue their education and stay informed about the newest technology and latest products.

If you’re covered by NIHB you can be rest assured that Tammy and Lisa are able to help you while providing you with options. In fact Lisa and Tammy pride themselves on being able to offer direct billing through all types of insurance companies including Sunlife, Green Sheild, Canada Life, and many more, if you are looking for a place to receive education and options Tammy and Lisa will go above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of.

At Visual Eyes Optical, they make it their mission to help you find the look, comfort and vision you deserve.

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