Eye care in care homes — a manager's guide
Most care homes are required to demonstrate that residents have access to regular eye care. Here is a short, practical playbook for getting it right.
Schedule a clinical round annually as standard, with sooner reviews where staff observe changes in vision or behaviour.
Set up a quiet, well-lit room. Care staff who know the resident best should be available to assist, particularly for residents living with dementia.
NHS funding covers the sight test for eligible residents; we handle the paperwork on the home's behalf.
Glasses can be supplied on-site at the time of fitting and replaced or repaired through follow-up visits.