Several Berbicians recently benefitted from free eye tests and spectacles when the East Canje Lions Club (ECLC) and the New Amsterdam Lions Club (NALC) held a clinic at the den at Adelphi, Canje.

Devin Sookraj, President of the ECLC, told Stabroek News that the patients were very pleased with the service they received. He thanked the president of the NALC, Leila Clarke, for teaming up with his club in the venture. Sookraj said a Lions club in Canada wants to start a joint project with his club after recognising the efforts members have been making. The club, which is expected to be in Guyana in a few months, would be treating over 2,000 patients. He said Dr. Tulsi Singh of a Lions club in Midland, Texas was present during the last clinic and has made a monetary contribution to his club. Dr. Singh also promised to donate 25 pairs of spectacles. Also present for the clinic were other overseas-based Guyanese, including Leon Sookraj, Dr. Pooran Singh, Ayube Latiff and Deodat Sookmangal who also provided monetary contributions. Sookraj expressed gratitude to the overseas-based residents and looks forward for their continued support.