Eye Test Preston | Mobile Opticians – Home Eye Test

If you are unable to leave your home unaccompanied due to a physical or mental disability and meet one of the below criteria, you are eligible for a free NHS home eye test in Preston.

• Aged 60 or over
• Registered partially sighted or blind
• Diagnosed with Diabetes or Glaucoma
• Are 40 or over and your mother, father, sibling or child has been diagnosed with glaucoma
• Have been advised by an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) that you’re at risk of glaucoma
• Are eligible for an NHS complex lens prescription (please confirm)
• Are under 16
• Are 16, 17 or 18 and in full-time education

You’re also entitled if you or your partner receive:

• Income Support, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance, Income-based Jobseekers Allowance, Universal Credit and meet help with health costs criteria
• Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
• A valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate
• Named on a HC2 (full help) or HC3 (partial help) certificate

If you meet any of the criteria for free eye test, Preston residents can contact us for a free eye check up, or more advanced eye care at home. Eye testing at home is ideal for the elderly and those with mobility issues, offering comfort and convenience, without compromising on the quality of testing.

Possible signs of vision problems

Unfortunately, as time goes on, our eyes age. This happens very slowly and so we may not notice the subtle changes that occur over time, until they are more noticeable. It is important to look for signs of visual changes, so your eye health is maintained. This is where a home visit eye test in Preston can make a big difference to your eyesight and in turn your quality of life.

Signs of ageing eyes

Look out for these signs especially in older family members and friends:

• When you struggle to recognise family and friends
• Squinting when watching T.V or reading
• Requiring a brighter light for reading
• Losing balance or falling

Eye tests at home for the elderly are not just convenient, but crucial. If you recognise these symptoms in yourself or your loved ones, get in touch to arrange an appointment with our home optician. Preston residents can expect friendly service and diligent testing from our excellent team.

The most common eye condition we see are cataracts. They gradually progress and make the vision blurry or cloudy, with the constant feeling of needing to clean your glasses. Other symptoms include, colours being faded, so whites become yellow and you may struggle to see in dim light.

During your home visit eye test in Preston, the optician will let you know if you have cataracts and whether they are at a stage where a referral is required to improve your eyesight. Usually, surgical intervention is advised when the cataracts are affecting your quality of life and when a new prescription will not improve your sight.

Our mobile optician in Preston can refer you to be seen at an eye clinic. In Preston this could be at Royal Preston Hospital, Spa Medica or CHEC.

An eye test at home, for the elderly can determine whether they have signs of macular degeneration. It affects the central vision, so you may notice reading and writing becoming difficult. Straight lines appear wavy and you may struggle to recognise loved ones. During your free eye test in Preston, the optician will assess your central vision using an Amsler chart.

AMD can affect one or both eyes in different ways, so a person's balance and mobility could be affected. It is important if a loved one or someone you care for, are prone to falls you book an eye test at home in Preston. The earlier AMD is seen, the earlier it can be treated and the better the visual outcome. Having a local home visiting optician in Preston means you can be seen promptly.

Glaucoma can be a very slow progressive condition, affecting your peripheral vision. If someone you care for is prone to falls or unsteady on their feet, it is important you book a home visit with the local opticians. Preston and surrounding areas like Kirkham can benefit from the free eye tests.

Following on from your free eye test at home in Preston, if you would like new spectacles you can browse from over a hundred frames the optician will bring to you. After listening to your needs, the optician will explain the best possible option in regards to frame and lenses.

Due to its importance a home eye test is funded by the NHS. During our opticians home visits, they will ask you to sign a GOS 6 optical declaration form, to say you struggle to leave the home unaccompanied and are also eligible for an NHS eye test. Get in touch to find out more about our free eye tests in Preston.

Eye testing at home is ideal for the elderly and those with mobility issues, offering comfort and convenience, without compromising on the quality of testing. Every eye test in Preston is different, thus we will allow as much time necessary.You will not be rushed either during the test or when choosing glasses.

Booking your local Preston optician is very easy. You can call our office on 01254 937322 or fill out the online booking form.

Following on from your free eye test, we aim to have all glasses delivered within two weeks of them being ordered.

Opticians home visits are ideal for comfort and convenience. Our team of mobile opticians in Preston are well trained in testing eyes regardless of the patients subjective responses. Even if a person is non verbal, the optometrist can use a retinoscope to find out a prescription.

After the home visit eye test, if you would like some new glasses, the friendly optometrist will talk through the best options for yourself or your loved one. You may either need distance, reading, varifocals or even bifocals, depending on your lifestyle and mobility. Rest assured you will receive the best advice from our home visiting optician in Preston.

During your home eye test in Preston the optometrist will assess your eye health and ask about your day to day activities. There are many aids available which can assist your vision and keep you living independently.

Aids include but aren’t limited to:

• Handheld light magnifiers
• Big button telephones
• Large print books and newspapers
• Audio books
• Talking watches

The mobile optician in Preston can refer you on to either Royal Preston Hospital or Galloways who can help those with visual impairment in Preston.

Following your mobile eye test in Preston, the mobile optician will explain the sight impaired requirements and whether you are eligible to be referred for an ophthalmologist to assess your sight. If the specialist does determine you to be partially or severely sight impaired, you will receive a CVI, a certificate of Visual Impairment.

Our team of mobile opticians offer eye tests in your home in Preston and surrounding areas. Book your free NHS home eye test appointment.

We at Bubble Eyecare are ensuring all eyes are looked after, with free NHS home eye tests in Preston. Our team of mobile opticians mean even if you struggle to leave your home unaccompanied, you can enjoy eye testing at home. During the home visit, the optician will set up the equipment around you. They will then carry out a thorough eye examination using the latest portable equipment.