An eye test at home is a full NHS-funded eye examination carried out by a qualified optometrist for people who are unable to visit a high street optician. Home eye tests are designed for elderly, housebound and vulnerable patients who may have physical or mental health conditions.
Here are our reasons why you should allow our optometrists to provide you with an eye test at home:
1. Free NHS Eye Test
Did you know that anyone who is over the age of 60 and housebound due to a mental or physical disability is entitled to a free NHS eye test at home.
Patients under the age of 60 who are housebound and receiving tax credits or Jobseeker’s Allowance may also be entitled to a free home visit.
If you have diabetes or glaucoma and are housebound, you are entitled to a free NHS eye test at home.
2. Elderly and Housebound Care
We regularly provide eye tests at home for elderly patients including those living in care homes.
We also visit patients who may be suffering from mental health conditions such as dementia as well as those with chronic illnesses or mobility difficulties.
3. Detecting Other Health Conditions
An eye examination allows us to assess the health of your eyes and can also help detect underlying health conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.
In some cases, a home eye test may assist in the early detection of cancers and tumours.
4. Central England Location
We are located in central England, giving us excellent access to patients’ homes and care homes throughout the region.
We routinely provide eye tests at home for residents of Birmingham, Solihull and Wolverhampton.
Our central location allows easy access across West Midlands including Warwickshire and Worcestershire.
5. Multilingual Optometrists
Our team of optometrists are multilingual and able to communicate in several languages to put patients at ease.
We strive to provide the highest quality care to all patients, regardless of background or ethnicity. The patient always comes first.
6. Quality Care in the Comfort of Your Home
Our optometrists provide a professional and thorough eye test in the comfort of your own home, removing the need for travel or waiting rooms.
If spectacles are required, our opticians will also bring a selection of frames for you to choose from during your appointment.
7. Instant Appointments
We aim to see patients within the next few days, with no long waiting lists.
Appointments are readily available, so do not delay. Contact Home Eyecare today to arrange an eye test at home.
Who is eligible for an NHS eye test at home?
You may be eligible for a free NHS home eye test if you are unable to leave home unaccompanied due to illness, disability or mobility issues. This includes elderly patients, care home residents and individuals with physical or mental health conditions.