Looking after your eyesInformation resources for adults and children with learning disabilities Use the navigation bar below, or click on one of the four boxes on our overview page to get started. Alternatively, go directly to an easy access list of our resources. When you see the icon it means there is a document or factsheet available to download, and when you see the icon it is in easy read. Overview Be aware of vision Eye tests Wearing glasses Getting the right support Eye care Looking after your eyes Eye tests Makaton signs for eye tests Makaton is a language programme that uses signs and symbols to help people to communicate. SeeAbility has developed some resources to help explain what happens in an eye test using Makaton signs and symbols. We believe this will help people who use Makaton to prepare for an eye test. Watch our full video above or download our easy read factsheet: Understanding your eye test - Makaton users Eye test pictures If you would like to just watch a clip showing some Makaton signs of the pictures used in eye tests we have a separate video below. The pictures used are: Apple Boot Car Clock Cup Duck Fish House Star Useful signs for eye care staff We have also filmed some of the signs that Makaton users may use which eye care staff may find helpful to learn to be able to communicate better with their patients: Hello My name is Optometrist Goodbye Please Thank you Look Are your eyes ok? Are your glasses ok? What can you see? Eye test Glasses Hospital Doctor