Diabetes can cause blockages or abnormal growth of blood vessels in the retina, the part of the eye that reads images. Blood vessel changes in the retina can lead to vision problems and even blindness. People with diabetes are also more likely to develop cataracts or glaucoma, two other serious eye diseases.
The project grant was awarded and funded by FEMA. The total project cost is $39,274,060, the Federal share $29,455,545. The remainder of the cost of the project will come from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protectionâs Green Acre/Blue Acre Program.
Circle of Care was awarded the New Jersey Business and Industry Association âBusiness Expansionâ 2013 award at a dinner on October 16th. This award is presented to companies that have contributed to the Stateâs economic growth through the expansion of their businesses.