Domiciliary Eye Care · Essex
Home Eye Tests
in Essex
Professional eye care at your home, care home, or nursing facility. NHS funded for eligible patients. Private from £95.
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What We Do
Care Home & Home Visit Eye Tests
Same optometrist every visit. NHS claims handled. CQC documentation included. 48hr emergency repairs.
Home Eye Tests
Complete eye exam in your own home. NHS-funded for housebound patients and care home residents. Private £95-£120.
NHS Free or £95-120Care Home Contracts
All residents tested in one visit. Block contracts from £6,000/year. Includes NHS claims, CQC docs, staff training, emergency repairs.
From £6,000/yearEmergency Repairs
48-hour response — not 2-4 weeks. Priority for contract homes. Free for block contract residents.
Free for contractsPrescription Glasses
Mobile frame selection. NHS voucher frames included. Private frames from £89. We return to fit and adjust.
Voucher or £89+CQC Documentation
Full records, training certs, annual compliance reports. Ready for CQC inspections. Included in contracts.
IncludedStaff Training
"Recognising Vision Problems in Dementia Patients" — £150/session. CQC-aligned. Included in Professional+ contracts.
£150/sessionLocations
Covering All of Essex
- Rayleigh
- Hockley
- Rochford
- Hadleigh
- Benfleet
- Wickford
- Basildon
- Southend-on-Sea
- Leigh-on-Sea
- Westcliff-on-Sea
- Chelmsford
- Braintree
- Brentwood
- Harlow
- Maldon
- Witham
- Clacton-on-Sea
- Colchester
- Canvey Island
- Billericay
- Grays
- Stanford-le-Hope
- Thundersley
- Shoeburyness
Why Us
What Makes Templeman Different
National providers send rotating staff and stopped group testing. We haven't.
Same Optometrist Every Visit
Residents build genuine relationships. We learn their needs, preferences, and medical history.
Direct Mobile Contact
Personal number — no call centres, no hold music, no ticket numbers. Text or call anytime.
Zero Admin Burden
We handle 100% of NHS claims, scheduling, reminders, invoicing. One quarterly report.
48hr Emergency Repairs
National providers quote 2-4 weeks. We're there within 48 hours. Priority same-day for contract homes.
Dementia Specialists
Adapted techniques for residents with cognitive conditions. Extra time, expert communication.
Essex-Born, Family-Run
Not a corporate chain. We're part of the community. We understand local care homes.
FAQs
Common Questions
How much does a home eye test cost?
NHS-funded (free) for eligible patients. Private tests £95-120.
How quickly can you repair broken glasses?
48-hour emergency response. National providers quote 2-4 weeks.
Do you provide care home block contracts?
Yes — £6,000-25,000/year covering all resident eye care.
Are you DBS checked and GOC registered?
Yes. All optometrists hold enhanced DBS and GOC registration.
What is domiciliary eye care?
An optometrist visits the patient at home or care home for a full eye exam.
Which areas do you cover?
All of Essex — Rayleigh to Colchester and everywhere in between.
📦 Care Home Information Pack
Printable pack with contract options, pricing, service details, safeguarding compliance, and CQC inspection checklist.
📥 Download Info PackReady to Partner?
Free no-obligation consultation. We'll assess your residents' needs and provide a clear quote — same day.
📞 01268 777729or email templemansopticians@live.co.uk