Home Eye Tests Across the Midlands
Professional NHS and private home eye tests carried out in your home or care home for patients who are unable to attend a high-street optician.
First Care Optical is a Coventry-based domiciliary optometry service providing NHS-funded home eye tests and private home eye tests for patients who are unable to attend a high-street practice due to mobility, health, or care needs.
We deliver professional eye care in patients’ own homes and care home settings, ensuring eligible individuals can access high-quality eye examinations and ongoing eye care without the stress of travel. Our service supports housebound patients, older adults, and care-home residents across the Midlands.
Call: 07458 693608 Or Book a Home Eye Test Online
Fully qualified, GOC-registered optometrist providing NHS and private domiciliary eye care.
Trusted Home Eye Care
First Care Optical is a regulated domiciliary optometry provider.
NHS-approved provider
Registered with the General Optical Council (GOC)
Experienced in home and care-home eye care
Trusted by patients, families, and care providers
Our focus is always on patient comfort, safety, and clinical excellence.
Home Eye Tests
A home eye test (also known as a domiciliary eye examination) allows a qualified optometrist to visit you at home to carry out a full eye health check and vision assessment.
This service is ideal for patients who are housebound, have mobility difficulties, live in a care home, or have health conditions that make travel difficult.
Our home eye tests follow the same clinical standards as a high-street optician, with the added benefit of being carried out in a familiar, comfortable environment.
✔ NHS-funded home eye tests (for eligible patients)
✔ Private home eye tests (for those not eligible under NHS criteria)
Who Our Home Eye Tests Are For?
Our service is designed for patients who cannot easily attend a traditional optician, including:
Elderly or housebound individuals
People with mobility or physical disabilities
Patients with long-term health conditions
Residents of care homes or nursing homes
Individuals advised by a GP or healthcare professional to receive a domiciliary eye test
If attending a high-street optician is difficult or impractical, a home eye test may be the most appropriate option.
How a Home Eye Test Works
Book your home eye test by phone or online
We visit your home or care home at a convenient time
Full eye examination using portable professional equipment
Clear explanation of results and advice on eye health
Glasses supplied and delivered if required
We take time with every patient and ensure results are explained clearly to patients and family members where appropriate.
Many patients are entitled to a free NHS home eye test if they meet eligibility criteria.
You may qualify if you:
Are aged 60 or over
Have a medical condition affecting your eyes
Receive certain benefits
Are unable to leave home without assistance
If you are unsure whether you qualify, we can help you check your eligibility.
Care Home & Nursing Home Eye Tests
We work closely with care homes, nursing homes, and supported living facilities to provide regular, reliable eye care for residents.
Our care home services include:
Routine eye examinations for residents
Support for patients with dementia or complex needs
Clear communication with care staff and families
Efficient scheduling and continuity of care
Service Areas
Home Eye Tests Near You
We provide home eye tests across the Midlands, including:
Birmingham
Coventry
Solihull
Warwickshire
Wolverhampton
Northampton
How do I arrange a home eye test if I have mobility issues?
If you have mobility issues, difficulty leaving your home, or are housebound, you can arrange a home eye test by contacting us directly. We provide NHS-funded home eye tests and private home eye tests for eligible patients, including those with physical disabilities, long-term health conditions, or reduced mobility.
Supporting At-Home Eye Care Services
Supporting At-Home Eye Care Services
Following your home eye test, we can also support with:
Prescription glasses supplied and delivered to your home
Contact lens support for suitable patients
These services are provided as part of a complete at-home eye care pathway.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. First Care Optical provides NHS-funded home eye tests for eligible patients who are unable to attend a high-street optician due to mobility, health, or care needs.
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You may be eligible for a free NHS home eye test if you meet NHS sight test criteria and are unable to attend a high-street optician due to mobility, health, or care needs. Eligibility can include people aged 60+, those with diabetes or glaucoma, people receiving certain benefits, those registered as sight impaired, and some care home residents. We’ll confirm eligibility when you contact us.
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Yes. Our domiciliary eye care service is specifically designed for patients who have difficulty attending a high-street optician due to mobility, health, or care needs.
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Yes. First Care Optical offers private home eye tests for patients who are not eligible for an NHS-funded home eye test or who prefer a private service.
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Yes. We provide domiciliary eye care services for care homes, supported living settings, and organisations, including eye examinations, glasses, and contact lens aftercare where appropriate.
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First Care Optical provides home eye tests across the Midlands, including Coventry, Birmingham, Solihull, Warwickshire, Wolverhampton and Northampton. UK-wide visits may also be available by arrangement, particularly for care homes and organisations.
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Yes. We offer a range of frames and lenses and can arrange for prescription glasses to be delivered and fitted at home following your eye examination.
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We offer a wide range of spectacle frames and lenses during home visits, including options suitable for everyday use, reading, and specialist visual needs. Our optician will help you choose frames and lenses that suit your prescription and lifestyle.
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You can book a home eye test or contact lens fitting by contacting us directly by phone or through our website. We will discuss suitability and arrange a convenient home visit.