Did you know that Home Eyecare provides eye tests for residents and patients living in care homes and residential care homes?
Many residents in care homes are unable to attend a high street optician. Our domiciliary eye care service allows them to receive a full eye test in the comfort and familiarity of their own room.
We aim to build long-lasting relationships with care home staff and residents through our professional, reliable and patient-focused approach.
Home Eyecare has supported numerous care homes across the West Midlands and Worcestershire, delivering high-quality eye care tailored to the needs of elderly residents.
Here are the top Benefits of Using Our Home Eyecare Services for Care Homes:
1. Free NHS Eye Tests for Eligible Residents
Residents who are housebound and aged 60 or over are entitled to a free NHS-funded eye test at home.
The majority of residents we see in care homes meet the NHS eligibility criteria, meaning there is no cost to the resident or the care home.
Our opticians will always confirm eligibility before carrying out the eye test.
2. Flexible Time Management for Care Homes
We understand the pressures involved in running a care home.
That is why our eye tests are arranged around your daily routines, staff availability and residents’ needs.
We can see residents individually or organise group visits, ensuring a smooth and well-managed service with minimal disruption.
3. Patient-Centred and Dignified Eye Care
Home Eyecare follows the domiciliary eye care code of practice.
All residents are seen individually and eye tests are conducted in a way that protects their privacy, comfort and dignity.
We aim to replicate the experience of a high street optician, while providing care in the familiar environment of the resident’s own room.
4. Multilingual Opticians
Language should never be a barrier to eye care.
Our optometrists are fluent in several languages and where communication is difficult, we use alternative methods to ensure a thorough and accurate eye test.
5. Over 30 Years Experience in Care Homes
We have over 30 years experience providing eye tests in care homes for elderly residents.
Many of the patients we see may also be living with conditions such as arthritis, dementia or reduced mobility.
All of our opticians are fully registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) and experienced in working within care home environments.
6. Wide Range of Glasses Brought to the Care Home
As part of our service, we bring a wide selection of spectacle frames directly to the care home.
Residents can choose glasses in a relaxed setting without the need to travel to a high street practice.
This allows residents to enjoy the full optician experience while remaining in familiar surroundings.
If you are a care home owner, manager or a family member of someone living in a care home contact us today to discuss your domiciliary eye care needs.