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Getting Your Eyes Tested

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When was the last time you got your eyes tested? Learn who qualifies for free NHS sight tests and how you could receive financial support for your prescriptions. In partnership with Specsavers Home Visits.

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Technology Adaptations for Low Vision: Simple Guide

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A few simple hardware and software adaptations for technology intended for people who some usable vision or are severely sight impaired.

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Understanding Glaucoma

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Downloadable booklet on understanding the different types of glaucoma which includes information on treatment and how to cope.

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Understanding eye conditions related to Diabetes

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Downloadable booklet on understanding the different types of eye conditions related to Diabetes which includes information on treatment and how diabetes can affect the eyes.

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Understanding Cataracts

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Downloadable booklet on understanding cataracts which contains information on , symptoms, treatment, coping and useful contacts.

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Understanding AMD

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Downloadable booklet on understanding AMD – age-related macular degeneration – which contains information on causes, symptoms, types of AMD, treatment, coping and useful contacts

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Benefits of registering your sight loss

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Registering your sight loss can help you access support services, concessions, and possible reductions in your council tax. While registration does not automatically give you benefits, it can support your applications.

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Some benefits are changing to Universal Credit

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Some benefits are changing. If you get these benefits, you will get a letter called a ‘Migration Notice’ telling you that you must claim Universal Credit by the deadline date in your letter.

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