Homeless people are particularly disadvantaged when it comes to obtaining sight tests, glasses and eye care. They suffer a higher level of eye problems than the general population and 30% of homeless people have never had their eyes tested. We provide glasses free of charge to 1,800 homeless people each year. Of those, only 30% are eligible for NHS funding, so we make up the difference by using volunteers, through gifts in kind and by fundraising.
Optometrists
