Glaucoma?

funlovingprincess

My 70 yr old father has just been diagnosed with Glaucoma, does anyone know if he is entitled to any benefits as a result of this diagnosis?
Thanks in advance!

smileytiger

I don't think there are any specific benefits - my mum has had it for years (she's 83) as it runs in families - if you are over 40 you will now qualify for a free eye test/glaucoma testing. Hope that helps .x

adindas

smileytiger wrote: »

if you are over 40 you will now qualify for a free eye test/glaucoma testing. Hope that helps .x

Is it all types of eye test (e.g, for glasses) or just glaucoma testing ?

HB58

You should get the whole eye test free.

Your father might be eligible for AA if he has care needs as a result of poor eyesight. Hopefully he will have been diagnosed early enough for his vision to be largely intact though.

smileytiger

adindas wrote: »

Is it all types of eye test (e.g, for glasses) or just glaucoma testing ?

I have standard eye test, glaucoma test (where they shoot air into your eyes) & retinal photographs done - and it's all free of charge every 6 months.