Eye Exams at Home

Am I Eligible for an Eye Test at Home?

If you are eligible for a free NHS sight test but are unable to leave home unaccompanied because of physical or mental illness or disability, you may be entitled to an NHS-funded sight test at home (also known as a domiciliary sight test).

A full list of eligible groups is available on Business Services Organisation in Northern Ireland website

The Optical Federation have also made a very useful leaflet with frequently asked questions about having an eye exam at home. It is available here.

How do I Book an Eye Exam at Home?

If you would like an Eye Exam at home either for yourself or some of your relatives; please give call the practice on 028 302 62564. We will then take a few details and book a suitable appointment.

What if I Need New Spectacles?

If your prescription has changed or your spectacles need replaced, we will discuss this with you at the end of the eye exam. The optometrist will always bring a selection of frames with them to the examination and therefore you will be able to choose a frame whilst we're there. We will be able to advise on the most appropriate lenses. Once the spectacles are ready we will contact you to arrange either for delivery or for a family member to collect them from the Practice.

You May Also Get a Voucher Towards the Cost of Glasses or Contact Lenses if you:

• Receive, or your partner receives, Pension Credit Guarantee Credit (the 'guarantee credit' element)
• Are on Income Support, income-based Jobseeker's Allowance or income-based Employment and Support Allowance
• Have a valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate or have a valid HS exemption certificate (HC2 or HC3)