Am I Eligible For a Free Eye Test at Home ?
If you are unable to leave your home unaccompanied due to a medical, physical or mental condition you may be entitled to a free NHS funded home eye test.
Who is Eligible for a Free NHS Home Eye Test?
You may be eligible for a free NHS eye test at home if you are unable to leave home unaccompanied and meet one or more of the criteria below:
Are you eligible for a free NHS eye test at home?
- Aged 60 or over
- Under 16 or under 19 and in full time education
- Registered blind or partially sighted
- Diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
- 40 or over with a direct relative with glaucoma, or you have been advised by an ophthalmologist that you are at risk of glaucoma
- Prescribed a complex lens
Or do you receive?
- Income support or income based job seekers allowance (not contribution based)
- Working Tax Credit and are named on a tax credit NHS exemption certificate
- Child tax credit and are named on a tax credit NHS exemption certificate
- You are named on a NHS certificate for full or partial help with health costs (HC2/3)
- Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
You do not need to be registered as disabled. If leaving home alone is unsafe, difficult or distressing you may still qualify for an NHS home eye test.
Common Conditions That Make You Eligible For A Home Eye Test
Common Disorders That May Make Someone Housebound
Mobility and Physical Conditions:
- Arthritis and Joint Pain
- Stroke or post-stroke recovery
- Parkinson's Disease
- Severe frailty or reduced balance
- Use of a wheelchair or walking aids
Cognitive and Mental Health Conditions
- Dementia or Alzheimer's disease
- Severe anxiety or agoraphobia
- Depression
Long Term Health Conditions
- Chronic respiratory disease
- Heart Conditions
- Autoimmune disease
Our opticians are experienced in caring for elderly and vulnerable patients and will always carry out the examination calmly, safely and with dignity.
What if You're Unsure?
Not Sure If You're Eligible?
Our friendly team will check eligibility for you. There's no obligation and no pressure to book.