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Mobile Optician Services: Expert Eye Care Comes to You

 

The Convenience You Deserve

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for essential appointments can be challenging. This is particularly true for individuals with busy schedules, limited mobility, or those residing in care homes. That’s where mobile optician services step in, offering a convenient and personalized solution to your eye care needs

 

What are Mobile Optician Services?

Mobile opticians, like Templeman Opticians, bring the eye clinic directly to your doorstep. Equipped with state-of-the-art portable equipment, we offer comprehensive eye examinations and a selection of eyewear, all in the comfort and familiarity of your own home or care facility.

 

Who Benefits from Mobile Optician Services?

  • Seniors: Age-related vision changes and mobility challenges can make visiting a traditional optician difficult. Mobile services provide a comfortable and accessible alternative.
  • Individuals with Disabilities: For those with physical or cognitive impairments, leaving home for appointments can be stressful. Mobile opticians offer a more inclusive and accommodating experience.
  • Care Home Residents: We bring our services directly to care homes, ensuring that residents receive regular eye care without the inconvenience of transportation.
  • Busy Professionals: For individuals with demanding schedules, mobile opticians offer flexibility and convenience.
 
 

What to Expect During a Mobile Eye Exam

Our mobile eye exams are as thorough and comprehensive as those conducted in a traditional clinic. You can expect:

  1. Detailed History: We’ll discuss your medical history, current vision concerns, and lifestyle needs.
  2. Visual Acuity Test: We’ll assess how clearly you can see at various distances.
  3. Eye Pressure Check: This helps detect glaucoma, a condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated.
  4. Peripheral Vision Assessment: We’ll evaluate your side vision, which is important for driving and overall awareness.
  5. Overall Eye Health Examination: Using advanced equipment, we’ll examine the internal and external structures of your eyes to identify any potential issues.
  6. Personalized Recommendations: Based on your results, we’ll discuss the most suitable options for glasses, contact lenses, or any other vision correction solutions.

 

Why Choose Templeman Opticians for Your Mobile Eye Care?

  • Experienced Optometrists: Our team of qualified professionals is dedicated to providing the highest standard of eye care.
  • NHS Services: We offer NHS-funded eye exams for eligible patients, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to essential care.
  • Wide Selection of Frames: Choose from a variety of stylish and comfortable frames to suit your individual needs and preferences.
  • Convenient Home Delivery: We offer home delivery for your new glasses, making the process even more hassle-free.
  • Compassionate Care: We understand the unique needs of our patients and strive to provide a comfortable and supportive experience.
 
 

Book Your Mobile Eye Exam Today

 

Don’t let vision problems impact your quality of life. Templeman Opticians is here to make eye care easy and accessible for everyone.

 

Call us at 01268 777729 or visit our website to schedule your mobile eye exam today!

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Testimonials What People Say
"Highly Recommended Amazing Service Provided!"

Had great fun having my eyes tested on Tuesday 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 Care Home Visit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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. 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 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 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Excellent service, friendly, helpful staff, lovely people. Loved the new digital varifocals, so pleased with our new glasses ! Very pleased we found Templeman 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
Carole FowlerPatient - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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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 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.

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.