Low vision assessments

A low vision assessment is available to eligible people who have a vision impairment, or who are unable to see as well as most people even when wearing glasses or contact lenses. This service is designed to help you make best use of the sight you have.

When a patient first enters the service, they will receive an initial examination and they are entitled to a follow up examination every year. Certain low vision aids, such as magnifiers and lamps, can be provided on loan by the Wales General Ophthalmic Service for Low Vision and paid for by the Welsh Government, so they won’t cost you a penny.

For further information relating to Low Vision Services, please contact your local optometrist who will be able to provide the service for you or signpost to another local optometrist that can.