Did you know?
We now offer private and NHS low vision assessments.
What is Low Vision?
If your vision is causing you difficulties with your day-to-day activities, despite having the best spectacles or contact lens correction, then you have low vision.
What are Low Vision services?
Low vision services help you make the most of your vision, by investigating the difficulties you are having, and recommending equipment or techniques that can help overcome these difficulties. This might be with magnifying glasses or devices, or by helping you learn new ways of using your vision, called vision strategies.
What to expect at a Low Vision assessment?
When you attend your low vision appointment here at OVC, it will include:
- A detailed discussion about what you are finding difficult to do, your health and what support you already have in place day-to-day. This is then used to come up with a management plan on how best to help you.
- An assessment of how well you see in the distance and for reading.
- A measurement of what magnification works best for you in the distance and for reading.
- A demonstration of magnifying devices to find the best one for you and your requirements. Our low vision practitioner will help you to learn how to use any magnifying device that you are being prescribed.
- A discussion about what other services and support you might need.
If you think you would benefit from a low vision assessment or know someone who would then please get in touch with us on 0118 981 0267 to find out more.
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