Low Vision

Do you have a problem with reading or watching television? At Cornwall Blind Association we run weekly eye clinics where you can have an eye examination and be assessed by a qualified optometrist for a magnifier or spectacle mounted telescope.

Our trained and experienced staff in Low Vision clinics may be able to help you. How long you will have to wait to be seen is dependent on the workload at the time but should not normally be more than four to six weeks.

You may be referred by a doctor, optician, social worker or simply refer yourself and our staff will advise you how we can best assist you.

Home visits are usually only offered as a follow-up to clinic appointments unless you are unable to attend our Truro, Penwith or St Austell Sight Centre’s because of your mobility.

We can also offer advice about lighting or other ways in which your sight difficulty might be alleviated.

Where you are unable to organise your own transport to attend a clinic we may be able to organise if you contact the Truro Sight Centre on 01872 261110.

Any items issued are on loan and remain the property of Cornwall Blind Association.

To contact the Low Vision Clinic please call 01872 266702 or you can email: lyndathomas@cornwallblind.org.uk