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How to look after your eyes

Information resources for adults and children with learning disabilities

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Access to eye care services during the current coronavirus lockdown

Access to eye care services during the current coronavirus lockdown

All about access to eye care services during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more

Published: 27th May, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2021

Author: Kat Akass

Quick access eye care factsheets and forms

Quick access eye care factsheets and forms

A selection of our most popular eye care factsheets and forms. Read more

Published: 14th May, 2019

Updated: 21st December, 2020

Author: Laura Smith

Comments: 1

Be aware of vision

Be aware of vision

Adults and children with learning disabilities are far more likely to have a serious sight problem Read more

Published: 15th August, 2016

Updated: 29th November, 2020

Author:

Eye tests

Eye tests

How to prepare for, attend, and understand the results of an eye test for adults and children Read more

Published: 14th August, 2016

Updated: 29th November, 2020

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Wearing glasses

Wearing glasses

Choosing, getting used to, wearing, and looking after your glasses Read more

Published: 13th August, 2016

Updated: 22nd December, 2020

Author:

Comments: 1

Getting the right support

Getting the right support

Support and understanding of eye conditions, surgery, and visual impairment for adults and children Read more

Published: 12th August, 2016

Updated: 29th November, 2020

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