Deteriorating eyesight is inevitable as we age - your eyes decline alongside the rest of your body. Proactive eye care helps identify and treat common eye conditions affecting older people. 1 in 5 people aged 75 or over is living with sight loss – find out how you can avoid becoming one of them.

Even if you have good vision, the National Institute on Ageing recommends an annual dilated eye exam from age 50. At-home eye tests bring vision care to people who can’t travel. Home visits may be free alongside an NHS-funded eye test, providing complete eye care at home or in a care home.

Some eye diseases are temporary and easily treatable, but others are more serious and can cause permanent vision impairment. Because not every eye disorder presents symptoms, it is essential to know what to look for. Everyone is affected by eye problems at some point during their lives.

More people than you might think are eligible for a free NHS eye test, and you could be one of them. Understand the importance of regular eye tests, the cost if you have to pay, and the NHS vouchers available for prescription glasses and contact lenses.

If you are struggling with short-sightedness, then you are not alone. Around a quarter of the UK population struggles with this common eye condition. Learn what causes short-sightedness and the different options for treatment.