OPTICIANS provided residents of the Croft Community with drop-in sessions to raise awareness for National Eye Health Week

During the week, which runs from September 23 to 29, the team at Specsavers Malton took their services directly to the Croft Community, an assisted living community in the town.

The drop-in session provided residents with an opportunity to freshen up their glasses through cleaning, ensuring proper fit and comfort, providing tips on how to maintain their glasses and addressing any questions about their vision.

It allowed for a familiar environment for residents to discuss any eye concerns, which meant that the team guided them on the next steps, offering advice on the type of appointment they need and how to arrange them.

Rachel Patience, assistant manager at Specsavers Malton, comments: “National Eye Health Week is all about raising awareness around the importance of eye heath care, and we understand for people with disabilities it can be difficult to access.

“That’s why we decided to provide the residents at Croft Community with a drop-in maintenance session. It allowed us to provide them with instant access to any repairs, and a space they feel confident to discuss any concerns, ensuring they get the help they need.

“We did have a few residents discuss changes in their sight and other issues, which highlights just how important these visits are for vulnerable members of our community. So, we’re excited to continue offering this type of service and look forward to visiting Croft Community in the future.”

Mark Patience, site manager at Croft Community, said: "It was wonderful to welcome the Specsavers Malton team to the community this week. Several of our residents attended the glasses MOT session and were delighted to meet Jenny and Rachel.

“Being able to bring services directly to the community provided them with a relaxed environment where they could explain any issues without the added stress or sensory stimulation that can come with visiting a busy store – which makes a significant difference in ensuring their needs are fully addressed.

“One of our residents commented, 'My glasses feel great now, and I didn’t even need to go to the shop’. We’re grateful for the team for dropping by and look forward to welcoming them again – Thank you from everyone at Croft Community.”

For more more information go to Specsavers Malton, head to: https://www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/malton or call on: 01653 692784