Optique Opticians Quality Statement

Why do you need an eye test?

What happens in an eye test?

Where can I get more information from?

FAQ's

Where can I get more information?

RNIB has a range of more specialised information about eye conditions available free of charge. They cannot give individual health-care advice, but they can put you in touch
with someone in you local area.
 

If you or someone you know has a sight problem, RNIB can help. They provide over sixty different services for people of all ages, anywhere in the country. As well as practical advice and support, everyday products and leisure activities, RNIB also runs residential homes for older people and specialist schools.

Can I get a free eye test?

If you answer yes to any to these question, you are entitled to free NHS tests: 

Are you aged 60 or over?

Are you under 16, or under 19 and in full-time education?

Are you or your partner receiving income support, guarantee pension credit, income- based jobseekers allowance, or tax credits - and you have a valid NHS tax credits exemption certificate?

Are you named on a valid NHS low income scheme HC2 certificate ( or a HC3 certificate for partial help with cost of test)?

Are you entitled to vouchers for complex lenses?

Do you have diabetes or glaucoma?

Are you 40 or over and have a close relative with glaucoma?

Does an ophthalmologist say you are at risk of glaucoma?

Are you registered blind or partially sighted?

If you use a VDU at work, by law you can ask your employer to provide and pay for an eye test. You are also entitled to further tests at regular intervals. The optometrist who carries out the initial test will be able to advise on timing.