Eye Care for the Over 60S

Did you know that it is estimated that 96% of the over 60s need some form of visual correction? However, more than 4 million pensioners across the UK are failing to have their free NHS eye test every year.  Fear of cost seems to be the major hurdle, despite the fact that eye test are free of charge to anyone aged over 60, and vouchers are available to assist with the cost for those with complex prescriptions and people on low income.

The importance of eye care over 60

When considering the various eye conditions that individuals face after they reach the age of 60 one realises how important eye care is and a fundamental element of good eye care is seeing your optometrist regularly. If it has been more than one year since your last eye examination, contact your eye care professional today.

At David H Myers Opticians cost doesn’t have to be a worry with our exclusive Over 60s range. You can buy any pair of glasses from our exclusive over 60s range for an all inclusive price. This includes frames and lenses, Single vision distance or reading glasses from £99.00.  Bifocals are available from £139.00 and Varifocals from £169.00 and remember that you may be eligible for a free eye test under the NHS.

The David H Myers over 60 range  is a unique collection  that will enable you to choose your spectacles from a specially selected range of frames that encapsulate the quality, craftsmanship and tradition that is associated with David H Myers Opticians.

All the over 60s should have an eye test at least every two years, while the over 70s should have at least one test every year. The optometrist will check your vision and decide if you need glasses and will also check for disorders that manifest themselves by changes in the eyes. Just like your joints, your skin, and your hair your eyes can also change as you age. Some eye problems come on with aging; these are presbyopia, cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration. All of these conditions can be detected by a simple eye test, and diagnosis and treatment obtained as a result.