Seoul's Guro District will support eye examination and open-eye surgery costs for low-income seniors aged 60 and older. The program aims to help detect eye diseases early and treat them at the appropriate time to prevent blindness and maintain the vision needed for daily life.

■ Eligibility and Application Method Eligible recipients are residents aged 60 or older who are beneficiaries under the National Basic Living Security Act or from the near-poverty (second-lowest income) bracket. Applications are accepted year-round and can be submitted by visiting the Guro District Public Health Center.

■ Support Details: From Eye Examinations to Open-Eye Surgery Costs Support is divided into two main categories: eye examinations and open-eye surgery costs. Eye examinations include basic ophthalmic tests such as vision and intraocular pressure tests, with costs covered up to a set limit. If surgery is needed, open-eye surgery costs for cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, and other conditions are also covered. However, since limits apply to both examination and surgery costs, the actual scope of support should be confirmed at the application stage.

■ Required Documents Applicants can visit the public health center with their identification. Required documents are as follows: ▲ Medical support application form ▲ Personal information collection consent form ▲ Prior consent for administrative information sharing ▲ Medical diagnosis or opinion letter stating the name of the surgery ▲ Proof of basic livelihood benefit recipient status, etc.

■ Legal Basis and Purpose of the Program This support is implemented based on Article 27-4 of the Welfare of Older Persons Act. Cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal diseases, which occur frequently among older adults, can cause vision to deteriorate rapidly if treatment is delayed, making early screening and timely treatment important. Guro District is focusing this program on reducing cases in which low-income seniors postpone necessary eye examinations or surgery due to financial burden, and on preventing difficulties in daily life caused by vision loss.

※ The welfare service information above reflects changes as of August 11, 2026.

[※ This article was written to provide information on welfare and support programs. Actual eligibility, scope of support, and required documents may vary depending on the applicant's circumstances and the administrative agency's review. Please confirm the latest details with the relevant agency before applying. This article was partially assisted by AI.]