Patch Pals Resource Center

Helping children, adults, and families make eye patching a little easier.
Whether patching begins because of amblyopia, eye surgery, or another condition, it often takes patience, encouragement, and time. PatchPals has been helping children, adults, and families through that journey for over 30 years. We hope these free resources make the experience a little easier.

  • Getting Started

    For families new to patching.

    • What is amblyopia?
    • Why is patching important?
    • Medical Definitions
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    Get started 

  • Activities & Printables

    Make patching more fun.

    • Coloring Pages
    • Activity Sheets
    • Reward Charts
    • Calendars

  • Tips & Encouragement

    Helpful ideas for families.

    • Making patch time easier
    • Encouraging patchers
    • Incentive ideas
    • Tips & tricks

  • Adult Resources

    Patching isn't just for kids.

    • Eye surgery recovery
    • Double vision
    • Corneal conditions
    • Frequently Asked Questions

  • Real Stories

    Testimonials & encouragment.

    • Customer experiences
    • Happy Patcher photos
    • Before & after stories
    • Eye Patch Project

  • Patch Pals Book List

    A list of books written for and about children that wear eyeglasses and those that patch.