Assistance from OptomHelp may be offered to beneficiaries on an immediate or short-term basis, depending on individual needs. The Fund is primarily funded by The Association of Optometrists and The College of Optometrists. Additional contributions are received from LOC's, individuals and occasionally via legacies. The Fund is administered by ten honorary trustees, appointed by The College and the AOP and assisted by the administrative team. The trustees are members of the optometric profession with considerable expertise in the optical sector.
Any optometrist, retired optometrist who have been registered with the General Optical Council, a widow or widower of a optometrist or a retired optometrist. We can also help any dependent of an optometrist for financial support. Pre-registration trainees are also eligible to apply for support in exceptional circumstances.
Assistance from OptomHelp may be offered to beneficiaries on an immediate or short-term basis, depending on individual needs. In addition to financial support, the fund may also provide grants for specific needs such as medical equipment, back to work courses, or counselling services.
You can contact OptomHelp directly for guidance on the application process. Support is available via our website, by email or by phone- whichever is most convenient for you.
While financial assistance is a key part of what we do, we offer a holistic approach including connecting people to specialist organisations who can advise on organising and managing finances, and also career support for returning optometrists, or individuals who can no longer practice. Other support can be help with medical support devices such as wheelchairs, IT or low vision aids.
