The trustees will consider a grant towards the cost of surgery to improve your eyesight, 'refractive surgery' or 'vision correction'.
To apply for a grant, you must have had a consultation with a registered Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon/laser vision specialist and obtained a recommendation in writing, for the appropriate type of surgery for you and the cost of surgery to each eye.
Laser Eye (Refractive) Surgery
Laser Eye Surgery or Laser Vision Correction - (SMILE/Lasik/Lasek including Wavefront). A contribution of 100% of the cost of the Laser Eye Surgery will be considered up to a maximum grant contribution of £1,500 per eye.
Lens Surgery
Lens Surgery - Phakic intraocular lens surgery (PIOL) and Refractive Lens exchange (RLE-Multifocal lens). A contribution of 100% of the cost of Lens surgery will be considered up to a maximum of £2,600 per eye.
Applicants should be aware that optical grants are awarded at the discretion of the Trustees.
Process on receipt of a grant application
You will receive an acknowledgment of receipt of your application normally within one week of receipt.
Applications are sent to the trustees on a weekly basis and a response is usually provided within approximately two/three weeks although you should be aware that at times it may take longer.
Confirmation, in writing, of the outcome of your application, will be sent as soon as a decision is given by the Trustees. If a grant is awarded, details of how to access the grant will be included in the offer letter.