UK support
Know who to contact, prepare for your care and find practical support for life beyond the clinic.

Something has changed suddenly
I need urgent advice
The right NHS route for new or serious symptoms.
Local care across the UKI need support in my area
Hospitals and local sight-loss organisations, grouped by region and nation.
Living with sight lossI want someone to talk to
UK charities, helplines and practical support.
Routine eye careWhere do I start?
How NHS eye care works in each of the four nations.
Eye care guidesSight tests, screening, drops and surgery
Six plain-English guides to how eye care works in the UK.
Eye care rolesWho does what?
Optometrists, orthoptists, ophthalmologists, ECLOs and more.
Day to dayLife beyond the clinic
Appointments, low vision, registration, driving and supporting someone else.