Can optometrists visit care homes for eye tests?

Yes—our trained optometrists visit care homes across Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, and Merseyside to conduct full domiciliary eye examinations.

Do you offer NHS or private tests in care homes?

We provide both NHS-approved free home eye tests (if eligible) and private care home eye tests at a fair rate if NHS eligibility isn't met.

How often should residents in care homes have eye tests?

We recommend regular eye health reviews for care home residents—at least every two years, or sooner if visual problems or health changes occur.

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Compassionate Eye Care for Care Homes & Nursing Homes

At Home Direct Eye Care we understand that residents in care homes deserve the same high quality of vision care as anyone else—if not more. Our care home eye care and domiciliary optician services are specially designed to suit care home environments, offering regular eye tests, staff training, vision support plans and referral management. We serve care homes across Manchester, Lancashire, Cheshire and Merseyside with a reputation for reliability, compassion and clinical excellence.
If you manage or work in a care home and want a trusted partner for on-site eye health, call us now on 0800 634 9723 or book a care home consultation via our website.

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Who Beneﬁts from Care Home Eye Care?

Elderly residents with limited mobility or chronic health conditions
Residents with dementia, Alzheimer’s or cognitive decline
Individuals with diabetes, glaucoma, macular degeneration or other ocular disease
Residents with sensory sensitivities, autism or impaired communication
Long-stay and end-of-life residents who cannot travel

By bringing eye care into their living environment, we reduce stress, improve compliance and ensure vision needs stay central to holistic health care.

Why Care Homes Need Dedicated Eye Care Services

Residents in care settings often face barriers to standard clinic attendance: mobility issues, cognitive impairment, sensory sensitivities or health conditions. Without easy access to eye care, vision problems may go undetected or untreated, affecting quality of life, independence and safety. Regular domiciliary eye care within the care home reduces these barriers and ensures residents receive:

Early detection of eye conditions (cataract, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy)
Appropriate spectacle prescriptions and updates
Advice on lighting, magniﬁers and low vision support
Staff education on vision impairment, awareness and best practices
Seamless referral coordination with ophthalmology and optometry services

Families and regulators expect holistic care. Having a robust care home eye care programme demonstrates commitment to resident wellbeing and compliance with health standards.

Our Care Home Eye Care Services

We provide comprehensive, on-site eye care services for care home residents. Each step is designed to ensure comfort, accuracy, and personalised care.

1. Routine On-Site Eye Tests

We schedule regular visits (quarterly, biannually, or as needed) to perform full sight tests in residents’ rooms or a quiet space. Tests include refraction, visual acuity, binocular function, and basic eye screening.

2. Individualised Vision Plans

After testing, we generate tailored Vision Support Plans for each resident, including recommended spectacles, lighting adjustments, magnifiers or low-vision aids, and everyday advice for carers.

3. Referral Coordination & Reporting

If we detect issues requiring specialist review, we provide clear referrals, detailed reports, and follow-up protocols. Liaison with GPs or eye departments is available if needed.

4. Specialist Testing for Dementia & Cognitive Impairment

We adapt testing techniques—simplified instructions, slower pacing, larger targets, minimal distractions—to obtain reliable results from residents with dementia or neurological conditions.

5. Spectacle Management & Delivery

We handle the full spectacle process: recommending suitable frames and lenses, ordering on behalf of the home, and managing delivery and adjustment logistics.

6. Periodic Reviews & Monitoring

Vision changes over time. We schedule review visits to monitor impact, refresh prescriptions, and update Vision Support Plans as needed.

7. Low Vision Support & Aids

For residents with reduced vision, we advise on magnifiers, reading aids, contrast enhancements, and help integrate them into daily life for improved independence.

How We Deliver Care Home Eye Care — Our Process

From initial consultation to follow-up visits—see how we provide professional, at-home eye care for residents.

Initial Consultation & Site Assessment

We meet with the care home manager to understand needs, assess suitable rooms/lighting, schedule visits and integrate with routines.

Resident Pre-Screening & Consent

We request medical history, existing spectacles, and permission from residents or their guardians. Staff help coordinate logistics on the day.

On-Site Testing Day

Our optometrist arrives with portable, clinic-grade equipment, sets up a calm, well-lit testing area, and conducts tests in a comfortable environment.

Reporting & Recommendation Delivery

After testing, we provide every resident with a written report, Vision Support Plan, and guidance sheet for carers. Clear referral instructions are provided if needed.

Staff Training & Feedback Session

We hold a short feedback meeting with staff: key findings, recommendations, and answer queries about supporting residents’ vision daily.

Follow-Up Visits & Reviews

We return regularly for follow-up, adjustments, and review of low-vision aids or evolving prescriptions.

Clinical Standards and Expertise You Can Trust

Our care home services adhere to the same high standards as clinical optometry

All optometrists are fully licensed, insured and DBS-checked

Use of clinic-grade portable equipment ensures accuracy

Strict infection control protocols and hygiene practices

Testing aligned with NHS sight-test protocols for validity

Clear documentation, audit trails and compliance with patient confidentiality

Ethical referral practice and alignment with ophthalmology pathways

We pride ourselves on delivering trustworthy, transparent and accountable care underpinned by clinical integrity.

Local Focus & Coverage

Home Direct Eye Care provides care home eye services across the following regions:

Greater Manchester

Manchester, Salford, Bolton, Wigan, Stockport

Lancashire

Preston, Blackburn, Burnley, Blackpool

Cheshire & Warrington

Chester, Crewe, Warrington, Widnes

Merseyside

Liverpool, Wirral, St Helens

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