Can't get to an optician? We bring professional NHS eye tests directly to your home. Free for eligible patients aged 60+, care home residents, and those with health conditions. Covering Colchester, Chelmsford and all of Essex.
Check if you qualify for a free NHS test — most over-60s do
From comprehensive eye examinations to spectacle dispensing, we bring everything to your door.
Full NHS or private eye examinations in your own home. We bring all the equipment needed for a thorough assessment of your vision and eye health, including retinal examination and pressure checks.
Dedicated eye care partnerships for care homes across Essex. We provide regular scheduled visits, ensuring every resident receives the eye care they deserve with minimal disruption to daily routines.
Choose from a wide range of frames and lenses in the comfort of your home. We help you find the perfect fit with expert advice on lens options, coatings, and frame styles suited to your needs.
Specialist diabetic retinopathy checks and monitoring. Early detection is essential for preventing vision loss. We work alongside your GP to ensure coordinated diabetes eye care management.
Urgent eye assessments when you need them most. Red eyes, sudden vision changes, flashes and floaters — we can often see you the same day to diagnose and manage acute eye conditions.
Specialist assessments and advice for those with reduced vision. We help maximise your remaining sight with magnifiers, lighting advice, and referrals to local support services.
From first call to new glasses — here's exactly what to expect when you book a home visit with us.
Call us or fill in our online form. We'll check your NHS eligibility and find a convenient time that works for you.
Nicholas arrives at your home with all portable equipment. The appointment takes 30–45 minutes in your own comfortable surroundings.
A thorough eye health check including vision assessment, pressure test, and retinal examination — the same standard as any high-street practice.
If you need glasses, browse our frame collection at home. We'll help you find the perfect fit and deliver them to your door.
Many people are entitled to a free NHS-funded eye test at home but don't realise it. If you or a loved one meets any of these criteria, we can visit at no cost.
We cover a wide area across Essex, bringing professional eye care to your doorstep.
We partner with care homes across Essex to deliver regular, reliable eye care that supports resident wellbeing and helps meet your CQC obligations.
We work around your home's routine, booking regular visits so every resident receives timely eye care without disruption to mealtimes or activities.
Comprehensive records for each resident, supporting your CQC compliance requirements with clear documentation of all eye care provided.
Our patient, understanding approach is tailored for residents with dementia and cognitive difficulties, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free experience.
All care home residents qualify for NHS-funded home eye tests, so there's no cost to the resident or the care home for the examination itself.
Join the growing number of Essex care homes that trust Templeman Opticians for their residents' eye care. We'll create a bespoke visiting schedule that works for your home.
Discuss a PartnershipI'm a qualified optometrist specialising in domiciliary eye care across Essex. I believe everyone deserves access to high-quality eye care, regardless of their ability to visit a high-street practice.
With years of experience in both practice-based and home-visit optometry, I understand the unique needs of housebound patients and care home residents. My approach is patient, thorough, and always focused on your comfort and wellbeing.
I bring all the latest portable equipment to ensure you receive the same standard of care you'd expect in any modern optometry practice — just without the need to travel.
We're proud of the care we provide. Here's what some of our patients and their families have to say.
Nicholas was so patient with my mother who has dementia. He explained everything clearly and took his time. We hadn't been able to get her to a high street optician for years — this service is a lifeline.
Brilliant service from start to finish. Booked easily, Nicholas arrived on time, and my dad now has new glasses that have made a real difference to his quality of life. Highly recommend.
We use Templeman Opticians for all our residents. Professional, reliable, and always fits around our routines. The documentation they provide is excellent for our CQC records too.
Many of our bookings come from sons and daughters who've noticed their parent struggling with their vision. You don't need to be present — just get in touch and we'll take care of everything.
Call us to arrange an eye test for your parent — we'll handle everything from there.
Or Send Us a MessageEverything you need to know about our home eye test service.
You qualify if you're aged 60 or over and cannot leave home unaccompanied due to a physical or mental health condition. Care home residents, people registered blind or partially sighted, those with diabetes or glaucoma, and people on certain benefits (Income Support, Universal Credit, Pension Credit) also qualify. If you're unsure, just call us — we'll check for you.
Most of our patients qualify for a completely free NHS-funded eye test. For those who don't qualify for NHS funding, private home eye tests are available from £60. We'll always check your eligibility first — you may be surprised to find you qualify at no cost.
We bring all portable equipment to your home. The appointment takes 30–45 minutes and includes a full eye health check, vision assessment, eye pressure test, and retinal examination. We use the same clinical standards as any high-street practice. If glasses are needed, we'll help you choose frames from our range there and then.
Absolutely — many of our bookings come from family members concerned about a parent's vision. You can call or fill in our form on their behalf. No GP referral is needed. You don't need to be present during the appointment, but you're welcome to be there if you'd like. We'll keep you updated on results and any recommendations.
We cover Colchester, Chelmsford, Braintree, Witham, Maldon, Tiptree, Halstead, Sudbury, Clacton, Southend, Basildon, Brentwood and all surrounding villages. If you're unsure whether we cover your area, just ask — we're expanding all the time and can often accommodate requests outside our usual radius.
Yes, we partner with care homes across Essex providing regular scheduled visits. All care home residents qualify for free NHS-funded eye tests regardless of age. We provide comprehensive documentation to support CQC compliance and work around your home's daily routines. Contact us to discuss a partnership.
We typically offer same-week appointments, and can often accommodate next-day visits for urgent cases. When you call, we'll find the earliest slot that suits you. We offer flexible morning and afternoon appointments Monday to Friday, with Saturday visits available by arrangement.
Yes — we specialise in dementia-friendly eye care. Nicholas has extensive experience working with patients who have dementia or cognitive difficulties. We take a patient, unhurried approach, explain everything simply, and adapt our examination technique to ensure comfort. We can also liaise with carers or family members about the results.
We use cutting-edge AI-powered practice management technology to optimise our visit schedules, maintain comprehensive patient records, and deliver the highest standard of care.
Learn more about OptiMobile.ai →Ready to book a home visit? Have questions about NHS eligibility? We'd love to hear from you.
01268 777729
Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm
Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: By appointment
No obligation. We'll call you back to arrange a convenient time.