The mission of Macular Degeneration Association (MDA) is to find a cure for macular degeneration through funding research, while providing education that will improve the quality of life TODAY, TOMORROW and in the FUTURE for patients, family members and their caregivers.
- The Macular Degeneration Association funds research and educational conferences. Our conferences feature renowned expert speakers in the field of macular degeneration and other eye diseases, offering FREE conferences to the patients, family and their caregivers locally and nationally.
- Promotes awareness of all visual diseases by means of local and national outreach
- Publishes scientific research findings
- Advocates for scientific research and the rights of people with visual impairments
- Provides educational videos on our website for those that are homebound or live in rural areas
- Produces virtual educational conferences on our Zoom platform
- Circulates a quarterly newsletter with the latest treatments, findings, information and helpful tips
- Maintains a robust website