The typical home eye test begins with one of our mobile opticians visiting your home on a prearranged day, and they will usually call before to check if it’s still convenient. They’ll then ask about your eyecare history, health conditions and any problems you may be having. This will take place before carrying out an eye examination with specialised equipment for use in the home.
You can learn about the full procedure below, including the types of tests we’ll carry out.
Before the test
We’ll give you the name of your optometrist before your visit so that you know who to expect at your front door. Sometimes they might also be joined by an optical assistant. Once they arrive, they’ll decide on the best area in your home for the test to take place.
They may need to move around a bit of furniture to prepare the space, but in most cases, this isn’t necessary. If you have mobility issues or are bedbound, then the test can be done wherever you are most comfortable. We have specialist equipment that means we can adapt to your environment.
During the test
Once you’re ready, the optometrist/mobile optician will begin by asking you or a family member (if patients are unable to give this information) about your eye health history and any symptoms or changes you may have experienced since your last regular eye test. They’ll then set up the equipment for your test, including an electronic test chart that allows us to test your eyes in any size space.
We bring the eye test clinic to you
A qualified optometrist visits your home with mobile equipment. If glasses are needed, we confer with the care team and loved ones to ensure optimum outcomes