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Specsavers trials out of hours clinics for homeless

Specsavers' out-of-hours clinics are increasing access to eye care 

Specsavers has started trialling out-of-hours clinics to increase access to eye care services in a safe, judgement-free space for people experiencing homelessness.

Data collected by Expert Focus and Vision Care for Homeless People, which was supported by the multiple, identified 40% of those experiencing homelessness have had problems with their eyes or vision.

Dame Mary Perkins, co-founder of Specsavers, said: ‘By working with our charity partners and volunteering at their clinics, as well as trialling our own out-of-hours pilot in practices, we want to help those affected by homelessness access the care they need.

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