First Care Optical

Our home eye test services

Use this hub to find the right route — NHS funding, private visits, costs, what to expect on the day, and specialist support for older adults, dementia, and care homes.

GOC-registered optometrist conducting a home eye test

For our main service overview and how to book, start with our home eye test information on the homepage — then use the guides below for NHS funding, private visits, costs, eligibility, and specialist support.

Each link below goes to a dedicated guide. NHS-funded domiciliary sight tests, private home visits, optical vouchers, weekend and evening appointments, and booking for a relative each have their own page with the detail you need.

If you are comparing mobile opticians or searching for home visit opticians in the Midlands, use the home visit opticians guide. For clinical explainers and preparation tips, browse related articles on the blog — they support these service pages rather than replacing them.

What families say about us

These are genuine comments from Google — we have not edited the wording.

  • “Excellent eye care service for my dad who is housebound. The entire process was easy, with attentive, caring service, and great after care.”

  • “Very happy with First Care Optical, the mobile service really useful for my elderly father, Ranjeet was very attentive and thorough. Good choice with reasonable prices and Dad's very happy with the glasses. Thanks again”

  • “Would highly recommend these guys, super professional and very friendly, lovely people, first eye appointment ever at home and they made it very pleasant and also easy! I will only be using them from now on, I cannot get into the opticians due to mobility issues so I'm super grateful! Many thanks”

Arrange a home eye test

Send a few details and we will call or email you back. You can also call 07458 693608 or book online.

We usually respond within one working day after you send this form.

Who is the eye test for?
Can the patient leave home unaccompanied?

Home eye test services

Choose the route that fits — NHS-funded where eligible, private where preferred.

Home eye test FAQs

Who is eligible for an NHS home eye test?

You may qualify if you are unable to leave home unaccompanied because of a physical or mental illness or disability. We confirm eligibility on your behalf before any visit.

How much does a home eye test cost?

There is no charge for an NHS home eye test if the patient qualifies — that is, when the patient is entitled to an NHS sight test and cannot leave home unaccompanied because of physical or mental illness or disability. Private home eye tests are £75.

How long does the visit take?

Most home eye tests take 40–60 minutes. We allow extra time for patients living with dementia, low vision or complex communication needs.

Do you cover my postcode?

We cover Coventry, Birmingham, Solihull, Warwickshire, Wolverhampton, Northampton, Staffordshire, Worcestershire and the wider Midlands. UK-wide care home contracts are available on request.

Book a home eye test today

NHS and private home visits across Coventry, Birmingham, the Midlands and beyond. Friendly, GOC-registered care — no high street trip required.

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