As an organisation who are committed to ensuring that essential eye and hearing services are accessible to everyone, OutsideClinic is keen to connect with care homes across the country.
They firmly believe that maintaining healthy eyesight and hearing is fundamental to empowering individuals to live their lives happily, safely, and independently.
So with Macular Week recently behind us, it’s important to maintain focus on macular diseases, especially age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which affects a lot of our elderly care home residents.
The risk of developing AMD increases with age, affecting one in five people by the age of 90.
The condition leads to the gradual loss of sharp, central vision needed for detailed tasks.
Recognising these signs early on can make a significant difference in managing the condition and improving the quality of life for residents. By being aware of these indicators, care workers can take proactive steps to support those affected.
OutsideClinic understand that, as a care worker, it’s hard to keep track of every resident’s unique eye care needs. That’s why they provide each of their patients with a vision wellness guide which includes:
- A clear overview of the resident’s vision, with and without glasses, for both near and distant tasks.
- Insights into their favourite activities, highlighting what they’ll need their near or distance glasses for.
- Information on any eye conditions they have, the severity, and care tips to support their unique needs.
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