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Home eye tests, like the high street - without the trip.

A fully qualified, GOC-registered optician brings the clinic to your door: a complete NHS sight test and eye-health check, then glasses fitted in your own living room. Free NHS-funded appointments for everyone who qualifies.

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An Opticall optician sharing a warm moment with an older gentleman during a home eye test, trial frames laid out on the table
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Who can have a home eye test? Anyone who can't get to an optician unaccompanied because of a physical or mental illness, or a disability. If that's you or someone you care for, the NHS covers the cost of the test - and often help towards glasses too.

What's included

A full clinic, brought to your armchair.

Full sight test

The same comprehensive vision test you'd get on the high street, using portable professional equipment.

Eye-health check

Screening for cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and signs of diabetes - referred on if needed.

Frame fitting

A wide range of frames brought to you, with honest advice on what suits your face and prescription.

Glasses delivered & fitted

We return within 2–3 weeks to hand-deliver and adjust your glasses - with free engraving.

Dementia-friendly approach

Our opticians adapt the test for dementia, Parkinson's and stroke, using objective methods where needed.

Free year-round aftercare

Repairs, adjustments and advice any time after your visit - at no extra cost.

How it works

Four simple steps, about three weeks start to finish.

STEP 01

Call or request

Tell us your postcode; we match you to a local optician.

STEP 02

Pick a time

A slot that suits you, your family and any carers.

STEP 03

We visit you

A full 45-minute test and eye-health check at home.

STEP 04

Glasses fitted

We return to hand-deliver and adjust your new glasses.

Glasses & frames

A frame range to suit every face and budget.

From NHS-voucher frames to designer brands - all brought to your home to try on.

Gold metal frame
Black crystal frame
Rose gold frame
Burgundy frame
Grey frame
Pink frame
NHS optical vouchers acceptedSingle-vision, bifocal & varifocalFree engraving & 2-year guarantee
NHS & funding

Is my home eye test free?

Yes, if you can't leave home unaccompanied due to illness or disability and you meet any one of these:

Aged 60 or over
Registered blind or partially sighted
Diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
Aged 40+ with a family history of glaucoma
On a low income or qualifying benefits
Advised you're at risk by an optician

Qualifying patients also get an NHS optical voucher towards the cost of glasses.

We'll check for you

Not sure if you or your loved one qualifies? Our team will confirm eligibility in a quick phone call.

Call 020 8998 4228Request a test
Proudly working in partnership with
NHS
The College of Optometrists
General Optical Council
Association of British Dispensing Opticians
Association of Optometrists
HCPC
Care Quality Commission
Dementia Friends - An Alzheimer's Society initiative
Common questions

Home eye tests, answered.

Is a home eye test as good as going to an optician?

Yes. Our optometrists bring portable versions of all the essential equipment and carry out the same full sight test and eye-health check you'd receive on the high street - just in the comfort of your own home.

How much does it cost?

If you qualify for an NHS-funded home visit, the eye test is completely free, and you may get an NHS voucher towards glasses. Our team will confirm your eligibility before we visit.

How long until my glasses arrive?

Normally within 2–3 weeks. We return to personally hand-deliver and fit your glasses, making any adjustments before we leave, and free aftercare continues all year.

Can someone living with dementia be tested?

Absolutely. Our optometrists adapt the test to each person and don't rely on verbal communication, using objective methods so everyone receives an accurate result - with dignity and patience.

Book a home eye test today.

For yourself or someone you care for. Our friendly team will check NHS eligibility and arrange a time that suits.

Appointment
45 minutes, at your home
Cost
Free for NHS-eligible patients
Coverage
7 counties across the region