Specsavers Home Visits Bring Essential Care to Your Door

Specsavers Home Visits Bring Essential Care to Your Door

Returning from a shopping trip, we were surprised to see two Specsavers cars parked near our home. The message on their doors caught our attention immediately: “Caring for your sight and hearing at home.”

As long‑standing Specsavers customers, we had no idea they offered home eye tests and hearing tests. For many of us who can travel easily, this service may never be needed — but for others in our community, it can make all the difference.

This discovery prompted us to look deeper and share the information with our readers across Peterborough Wide Horizons and CyprusScene, especially those who may struggle to leave home for essential health checks.

What are Specsavers Home Visits?

Specsavers Home Visits is a nationwide service providing NHS‑funded eye tests and hearing tests for people who cannot leave their home unaccompanied due to health or mobility issues.

The service covers:

• Private homes
• Care homes
• Sheltered or supported accommodation

Mobile opticians and audiologists bring specialist portable equipment, offering the same standard of care you would receive in a Specsavers store.

What the Visit Includes

• A full NHS‑funded eye or hearing test
• Updated prescriptions for glasses
• Advice on hearing aids and aftercare
• Access to NHS optical vouchers (if eligible)
• Delivery of glasses to your home
• Follow‑up visits if needed

This ensures that people who are housebound still receive essential checks that support independence, safety, and well-being.

Who Is Eligible for a Home Visit?

To qualify, a person must meet two conditions:

1. They must be unable to leave home unaccompanied, due to:

• Mobility issues
• Long‑term illness
• Physical disability
• Dementia or cognitive conditions
• Frailty or risk of falls
• Being blind or partially sighted

2. They must also qualify for an NHS‑funded eye or hearing test, such as:

• Aged 60 or over
• Diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
• At risk of glaucoma (as advised by an optician)
• Aged 40+ with a close relative diagnosed with glaucoma
• Receiving certain benefits (Income Support, income‑based JSA, Pension Credit Guarantee Credit)
• Holding an NHS tax credit exemption certificate
• Holding an HC2 or HC3 certificate
• Eligible for an NHS Complex Lens Voucher

Specsavers will confirm eligibility during the booking process.

Why This Service Matters

Many people in our community face challenges such as:

• Limited mobility
• Lack of transport
• Living alone
• Recovering from illness
• Long‑term health conditions

For them, attending a high‑street optician or audiologist is simply not possible. Specsavers’ home‑visit service ensures no one is left without essential sight and hearing care.

Good vision and hearing are vital for:

• Preventing falls
• Maintaining independence
• Staying connected with family and friends
• Managing daily tasks safely

This service helps protect those who are most vulnerable.

For more information about Specsavers Home Visit’s and to apply, please click here 

Anyone can enquire — for themselves, a neighbour, or a family member.
Specsavers will check eligibility and arrange a convenient appointment time.

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