Care home manager guide to eye care
A short, practical playbook for getting eye care right in a residential setting.
Schedule annual rounds as a default, with sooner reviews where staff notice changes in behaviour or activities of daily living.
Pick a quiet, well-lit room and pair the visiting optometrist with a key carer who knows each resident.
NHS funding covers the sight test for eligible residents; we handle the paperwork on your behalf.
Keep a simple log of glasses repairs and replacements — most are quick and inexpensive when caught early.