What is a Mobile Optician?
No it is not an optician continuously on a mobile phone.
A mobile optician is an optician who provides eye care outside of a traditional high street optician.
A mobile optician is an optician who comes to you with all the necessary equipment so you can have an eye test in the comfort of your own surroundings.
Being a mobile optician allows us to see patients in their own homes, care homes, residential centres and even corporate offices.
Home Eyecare is a mobile optician that provides home eye tests for patients who are housebound or unable to attend a high street optician. You may be entitled to a free NHS funded home eye test.
Our opticians also carry a wide range of spectacles and frames, along with all the professional equipment required to carry out a full eye examination.
How Does a Mobile Optician Work?
A mobile optician works in much the same way as an optician in a high street practice, but the eye examination takes place at a location that is convenient for the patient.
Our opticians bring the professional equipment required to carry out a comprehensive eye examination.
During your appointment, the optician will assess your vision, check the health of your eyes and discuss any concerns you may have about your eyesight.
If you require spectacles, we can also bring a selection of frames with us so that you can choose your glasses without having to travel to an optician.
Who Can Benefit from a Mobile Optician?
Mobile optician services can be particularly useful for people who find it difficult to attend a high street optician.
This may include people who are :
- Housebound
- Living with mobility problems
- Living in a care home or residential home
- Living with a physical disability
- Living with certain health conditions
- Unable to travel independently
- Finding it difficult to leave their home
A mobile optician can also provide eye care in other settings, including day centres and corporate workplaces.
What Services Does a Mobile Optician Provide?
A mobile optician can provide many of the services you would normally expect from an optician.
These may include:
- Comprehensive Eye Examinations
- Vision Assessments
- Eye Health Checks
- Spectacle dispensing
- Frame Selection
- Single Vision Lenses
- Bifocal Lenses
- Varifocal Lenses
- Advice about lens coatings
- Aftercare and spectacle repairs
The exact services available will depend on the individual mobile optician.
What Happens During a Mobile Eye Test?
A mobile eye test follows the same basic principles as an eye examination carried out in a traditional optician's practice.
Our optician will discuss your vision and any concerns you may have before carrying out the examination.
The optician will assess your eyesight and check the health of your eyes using professional equipment.
If your prescription has changed, we can discuss the different spectacle options available and help you choose suitable frames and lenses.
The advantage is that the whole appointment takes place in a familiar environment without you having to make a journey to a high street optician.
Here are the benefits of using a mobile optician:
1. Professional Quality Eye Care at Home
Our mobile opticians provide the highest quality eye care in the comfort of your own home.
We work to the same clinical standards you would expect from an independent or high street optician.
Our opticians take the time to understand your needs to provide the appropriate eye care for every patient. We go above and beyond their duty of care for every patient.
2. The Patient Comes First
The needs and wellbeing of our patients are always our priority.
We treat all patients with care, honesty, respect, dignity and empathy.
You can trust us with all your home eyecare needs.
3. Flexible and Prompt Appointments
Appointments are arranged to suit your needs. We aim to see patients within a few days of receiving a call, with no long waiting lists.
There is no need to arrange transport or ask someone to take you to a high street optician.
4. Spectacles and Frames at Home
Our mobile opticians carry a wide selection of spectacles and frames, ranging from budget options to designer frames at competitive prices.
We explain all available lens options, including single vision, bifocal and varifocal lenses along with suitable lens coatings and why they may benefit you.
5. Experience and Professional Registration
Our mobile opticians have over 30 years of experience providing eye care for elderly patients and those with physical or mental health needs.
We regularly carry out eye tests in private homes, care homes, residential homes, day centres and corporate settings. All opticians are fully registered with the General Optical Council.
6. Multilingual Support
Our opticians are multilingual and able to communicate in several languages.
If communication is difficult for any reason, we use a variety of methods to ensure a comfortable and effective eye test.
7. Ongoing Aftercare
Most frames supplied come with a manufacturer’s warranty. If you experience any issues with your spectacles, our team is always available to help.
Now that we have explained the benefits of using Home Eyecare as your mobile optician, please contact us if you or someone you know is housebound or has difficulty attending an optician.
Get in touch today to see if you are entitled to a free NHS home eye test.
Are Mobile Opticians As Good As High Street Opticians?
Yes. A mobile optician is still a qualified optician and should provide eye care to the appropriate professional and clinical standards.
The main difference is where the eye examination takes place.
Instead of visiting a high street practice, the optician comes to you.
At Home Eyecare, our opticians bring the professional equipment needed to carry out a comprehensive eye examination in your home or another suitable location.
Can an Optician Come to My Home?
Yes. Mobile opticians provide home visits for people who are unable or find it difficult to attend a high street optician.
A home eye test can be particularly beneficial for people who are housebound, have mobility difficulties or live in a care or residential home.
If you are unsure whether you qualify for a home visit, contact us and we can discuss your circumstances.
Are Home Eye Tests Free?
Some patients are entitled to a free NHS-funded home eye test.
Eligibility depends on your individual circumstances. For example, some people may qualify because they are housebound, while others may qualify because they receive certain benefits.
You can check here if you are eligible for a free home eye test.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mobile Opticians
What is a mobile optician?
A mobile optician is an optician who provides eye care outside of a traditional high street practice. They bring the necessary equipment to the patient's home or another suitable location to carry out an eye examination.
Do mobile opticians do home visits?
Yes. Mobile opticians can carry out eye tests in patients' homes. They may also provide eye care in care homes, residential homes, day centres and other suitable locations.
Can an optician come to my house?
Yes. If you are unable or find it difficult to attend a high street optician, a mobile optician may be able to visit you at home.
What does a mobile optician do?
A mobile optician can carry out eye examinations, assess your vision, check the health of your eyes and provide advice about spectacles and lenses. Some mobile opticians can also provide frames and spectacles at home.
Are mobile opticians qualified?
Yes. Mobile opticians are qualified opticians and must meet the appropriate professional requirements. At Home Eyecare, all our opticians are registered with the General Optical Council.
Can mobile opticians provide glasses?
Yes. Many mobile opticians carry a selection of frames and can help you choose suitable spectacles following your eye examination.
Who can use a mobile optician?
Mobile optician services can be particularly useful for people who are housebound or have difficulty travelling to a high street optician. This can include people with mobility problems, disabilities or certain health conditions, as well as people living in care homes.
Is a mobile eye test the same as a normal eye test?
A mobile eye test is still a professional eye examination. The main difference is that the examination takes place in your home or another suitable location rather than in a high street optician.
Free NHS Home Eye Tests From Home Eyecare
If you are housebound or unable to attend a high street optician, you may be entitled to a free NHS-funded home eye test.
Home Eyecare provides professional mobile eye care in the comfort of your own home.
Our opticians cover homes, care homes, residential centres and other suitable locations.
If you or someone you know is unable to attend an optician, contact Home Eyecare today to find out whether you are eligible for a free home eye test.