Absolutely Visionary: Get to Know Allendale Eye Care!

By: Shelby Sullivan Writer for the AACC

As a dedicated Allendale Community supporter, Allendale Eye Care gives back by coordinating with local organizations like LOVE, Inc and the Lion's Club, providing their exceptional eye care services to help support community needs. Allendale Eye Care is a great neighbor to have!

MEET DR. AUSTIN LOSHINSKIEA WELCOME ADDITION!

After the retirement of the excellent Dr. Rich Conflitti, Allendale Eye Care is happy to welcome GVSU alumni Dr. Austin Loshinskie to their staff. From Howell, Michigan, Dr. Loshinskie came to Grand Valley ready to learn. He interned with Allendale Eye Care during his undergraduate degree, and then left for optometry school in Philadelphia.

Upon graduating, he knew that he was destined to come back.

For the last two years, Dr. Loshinksie has been helping patients at Allendale Eye Care, with their routine eye care, dry eye management, specialty contact lenses, and GVSU athletics.

What’s his secret to success?

“Listening,” says Dr. Loshinksie. “Hearing what they

[patients] have to say, addressing those issues, and taking your time with them - being intentional - is important.”

Alongside dry eye care, Dr. Loshinskie also has expertise in specialty contact lenses, going above and beyond to help patients with fittings that most optometrists would not take the time to do. Why? Because it takes more time, more effort, and more one-on-one. But it’s all worth it!

“You know that you are making a big difference in their lives,” says Dr. Loshinskie. “I really enjoy this part because you’re giving someone the ability to see really well again… and to do that I want to be able to take my time.” needs and is often delivered in a calming and comfortable environment - which is a perfect way to describe Refined Sensory Solutions location.

Making these personal connections and being intentional with his patients is what has led Dr. Loshinskie to become an integral part of Allendale Eye Care. As he grows with the clinic, he hopes to expand his specialities and educate more patients on dry eye and contact lenses care.

It’s great to have you here, Doctor!

What’s Next?

Dr. Roslund is working to expand her program by including a speech therapist and occupational therapist to "create a team that is centered around sensory therapy and the supportive services surrounding it." That way, there will be a more complete, holistic approach to sensory therapy here in West Michigan!

“Now, patients won’t have to leave and find a speech therapist or occupational therapist. We will make a comprehensive team available for them on-site.”

This team of therapists will be sharing office space with Allendale Eye Care for the foreseeable future, making a positive impact on the lives of countless individuals who benefit from this incredible form of therapy.

MAY 11TH FRAME SHOW FROM 3PM-7PM

Looking for a new set of cute or classy frames? Want to meet the amazing staff at Allendale Eye Care?

17 years ago, Dr. Patricia Roslund was motivated by her son JonJon to research and become certified in sensory therapy for children. Since the closest clinic at the time to Allendale was in Flint, Dr. Roslund decided it was time to bring one here, to West Michigan. At the time it was called the Sensory Learning Center of West Michigan, and has continued to provide life-changing results.

What is Sensory Therapy?

Sensory therapy is for children and adults targeting sensory breakdowns, often found with autism, ADHD, PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and developmental delays. The therapy involves providing sensory stimulation in a controlled and therapeutic environment.

The Sensory Learning Center of West Michigan (now known as Refined Sensory Solutions), offers a multi-sensory approach to developmental learning. The program involves a 30-day drug-free intervention that stimulates the visual, auditory, and vestibular systems with light, sound, and motion.

The use of these sensory stimuli is believed to help improve the brain's ability to process sensory information and to help individuals develop better communication, motor, and cognitive skills! Sensory therapy is tailored to meet each individual's

Why not join Allendale Eye Care for their Frame Show on May 11th? From 3pm to 7pm, frame reps will be showing every style and color for you to view!

“They professionally style you, too,” says Dr. Roslund. “And if you see a frame and like it, but want to try on a different color or similar style, they have that!”

Every frame during the show will be 40% to 100% OFF with the purchase of lenses (though insurance restrictions will apply). Refreshments will be provided, as well as a few door prizes!

The Future Of Allendale Eye Care

Allendale Eye Care is well-positioned to continue providing exceptional care for years to come. As both a clinic and advocate, their work truly goes above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of their patients and for us in the Allendale community.

We look forward to seeing what the future holds for this visionary eye care practice!