Impaired vision can make the elderly dependent and vulnerable. In Cameroon, the vast majority of elderly people lose their sight due to cataracts. Most of these people are unaware of their condition or do not have the means to undergo surgery. They face numerous obstacles in accessing healthcare and related facilities, and most are unable to afford glasses for cataract operations. MICEI aims to support the elderly living in localities across Cameroon by organizing eye camps several times a week. Qualified and trained staff tested participants’ eyesight, provided free reading glasses where necessary, supplied free prescription glasses, advised on appropriate eye care, and referred those in need of cataract surgery to an eye hospital at Obak.