A DROITWICH opticians is collecting unwanted glasses and hearing aids to raise money for Vision Aid Overseas (VAO) and Sound Seekers.
Staff at Specsavers in St Andrews Square, Salters Shopping Centre, have been asking their customers to hand in their old specs and hearing aids for the causes which help people in developing countries with hearing problems and eyecare.
The charity sells the, materials from second hand eye-wear as an environmentally friendly way of recycling them while providing support to people in need in countries like Africa.
Store director Emma Singh said both charities work tirelessly to ensure eyesight and hearing needs were met and customer donations were vital to the scheme’s success.
Donations can be taken to the store and for more information visit their website visit www.specsavers/stores/droitwich or call 01905 790660.
