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We believe that because of diversity we excel, through inclusion we respect our community, and with a keen focus on equity we serve, heal, educate and innovate at the highest levels. 

Our first priority is the well-being of our patients—near and far. 

Optometrists awarded best independent optician

As a team, we are able to maintain a singular focus on providing the highest quality, most compassionate care to each and every patient.

Wendy Templeman

Domiciliary Manager

home visit optician

Michelle Levy

 Optometrist, Registered with the General Optical Council. over 25 Years Experience.

Fred Templeman

Practise Manager 

Saveena

 Optometrist, Registered with the General Optical Council. Over 10 years of Experience.

Nick Templeman

Sales & Marketing

Rick Tuominen

 Optometrist, Registered with the General Optical Council. Over 30 Years Experience. 

We are one of the oldest independent Opticians in Essex

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Testimonials What People Say

Had great fun having my eyes tested on Tuesday in the vision bus. took me about 3 hours to choose my glasses lol as had 2 many to choose from can't wait to get them:). also had a warning about type 2 diabetes so time to make some changes. Thanks for all your help guys x
Ever Wilson
Ever Wilson Patient - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
As always the team from Templeman's visited my service users in our care home. This service is not only important for their vision but also keeps them in contact with the community the staff are always cheerful and chatty to the service users. In the afternoon we had the mobile unit visit and our senior staff/ managers had their eyes tested with the latest gizmos they have on board. my eye exam was carried out in a calm and stress free manner . Thank you guys for a kind, respectful thoughtful service.
Ruth Barbara Gates
Ruth Barbara GatesCare Home Manager ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
As a care manager we have been using Templeman Opticians for many years. Today I used there mobile optical unit and had my own eyes tested. As ever they were friendly, helpful and managed to even help me find a pair of glasses I liked! (Not an easy task). What a wonderful team!!
Aaron Searles
Aaron SearlesCare Manager ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Lesley Young reviewed Templeman Opticians I have used Templeman opticians for years now and put my complete faith in them.. my lenses are the best I've ever had and wouldn't have any other type.. cannot fault the advice, the customer service and friendliness I've received over the years from this opticians.. would highly reccomend...
Lesley Young
Lesley YoungNHS Care Staff ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Carole Fowler reviewed Templeman Opticians – Excellent service, friendly, helpful staff, lovely people. Loved the new digital varifocals, so pleased with our new glasses ! Very pleased we found Templeman mobile Opticians. Nevermind Specsavers, go to Templemans!!! Also helped reglaze my old frames, very happy with them. Wouldn't go anywhere else now xxx
Carole Fowler
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Our team of specialist mobile opticians can come to those who can’t visit us in-store unaccompanied due to a physical or mental illness or disability.


In order to be eligible for a home visit, you or someone you know might:

  • have a condition that stops you from leaving your home unaccompanied due to poor health, or

  • be living with a diagnosed mental health condition that prevents you from leaving your home without the assistance of another person, or

  • be housebound or bedbound due to a physical disability


What do we mean by a physical or mental illness?


There are many conditions and reasons why someone might not able to leave their home unaccompanied. It’s best to talk to us about your situation so we can determine if you do meet the criteria, but to try and help make it a little clearer, here are a few examples. 


Conditions may include (but aren’t limited to):

  • Cognitive impairment
  • Dementia
  • Severe arthritis
  • A diagnosed mental illness
  • A condition that affects your mobility
  • A condition that affects your short term memory
  • An illness that requires constant medication (for example, oxygen)
  • A temporary medical reason prohibiting you from leaving your home (such as vertigo)
  • A temporary illness that prevents a person from leaving the home unaccompanied
  • A medical professional has advised you not to leave home without help

Whatever the reason is, if you or someone you know can’t leave the home without the assistance of another person, then get in touch to find out if you’re eligible to have a home eye test.


Who qualifies for a free home eye test?


Those who have a physical or mental illness which prevent you from leaving your home unaccompanied.

Those who are eligible for free NHS-funded eye tests by checking the criteria below.

The majority of our customers qualify for a free NHS-funded eye test. 


See if you do by checking if you meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Aged 60 or over
  • Registered as partially sighted or blind
  • Diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
  • Considered to be at risk of glaucoma, as advised by an optician
  • Aged 40 or over and have a family member diagnosed with glaucoma, or have a family history of glaucoma
  • Receiving benefit*
  • Entitled to, or named on, a valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate
  • Named on a valid NHS HC2 certificate (full help). Those named on an NHS HC3 certificate (partial help) may also get help with the cost of a private eye test
  • Eligible for an NHS Complex Lens Voucher (your optician will advise on the entitlement)


*You’re also entitled if you or your partner (including civil partner) receive, or you’re under the age of 20 and the dependant of someone receiving: Income Support, Income-related Employment, and Support Allowance, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, Pension Credit Guarantee Credit.

Our team of specialist mobile opticians can come to those who can’t visit us in store unaccompanied due to a physical or mental illness or disability.

In order to be eligible for a home visit, you or someone you know might:

  • have a condition that stops you from leaving your home unaccompanied due to poor health, or

  • be living with a diagnosed mental health condition that prevents you from leaving your home without the assistance of another person, or

  • be housebound or bedbound due to a physical disability

What do we mean by a physical or mental illness?

There are many conditions and reasons why someone might not able to leave their home unaccompanied. It’s best to talk to us about your situation so we can determine if you do meet the criteria, but to try and help make it a little clearer, here are a few examples. Conditions may include (but aren’t limited to):

  • Cognitive impairment
  • Dementia
  • Severe arthritis
  • A diagnosed mental illness
  • A condition that affects your mobility
  • A condition that affects your short term memory
  • An illness that requires constant medication (for example, oxygen)
  • A temporary medical reason prohibiting you from leaving your home (such as vertigo)
  • A temporary illness that prevents a person from leaving the home unaccompanied
  • A medical professional has advised you not to leave home without help

Whatever the reason is, if you or someone you know can’t leave the home without the assistance of another person, then get in touch to find out if you’re eligible to have a home eye test.

Who qualifies for a free home eye test?

Those who have a physical or mental illness which prevents you from leaving your home unaccompanied.

Those who are eligible for free NHS-funded eye test by checking the criteria below.

The majority of our customers qualify for a free NHS-funded eye test. See if you do by checking if you meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Aged 60 or over
  • Registered as partially sighted or blind
  • Diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
  • Considered to be at risk of glaucoma, as advised by an optician
  • Aged 40 or over and have a family member diagnosed with glaucoma, or have a family history of glaucoma
  • Receiving benefit*
  • Entitled to, or named on, a valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate
  • Named on a valid NHS HC2 certificate (full help). Those named on an NHS HC3 certificate (partial help) may also get help with the cost of a private eye test
  • Eligible for an NHS Complex Lens Voucher (your optician will advise on the entitlement)

*You’re also entitled if you or your partner (including civil partner) receive, or you’re under the age of 20 and the dependant of someone receiving: Income Support, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, Pension Credit Guarantee Credit.

Who does not qualify for our home visit service?

No matter what condition you have, if you are physically able to leave your home on your own without needing help or assistance of another person, you will not qualify for a free NHS-funded home eye test.

We are also unable to visit patients in hospital.