Southam opticians extending service to support vulnerable people during coronavirus outbreak

An independent opticians in Southam has been extending its services to support vulnerable people in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Team members at Janet Porter Opticians, in Coventry Street, are delivering glasses to those in need, including older members of the community and high-risk patients, who are unable to collect in-store.

Practice staff will travel free of charge to the door of patients local to the practice, as well as delivering contact lenses and solution to those in self isolation.

The team is also repairing existing spectacles, as any patient who sends in their glasses can have them to be delivered back to their home.

The team at the opticians also said that they regularly disinfect all equipment, as well as door handles, frames and sunglasses so there is a safe environment if a patient visits for an emergency appointment.

Optometrist and Director Michael Murray said: “The well-being of our patients is our highest priority, so these measures are about ensuring the health of those in local area is maintained during this period of uncertainty.

“We hope by extending our services beyond our normal capacity will allow our patients to follow government guidelines of staying at home, whilst retaining peace of mind in their eye health.

“Our eyes are one of our most valued assets, so it’s vitally important that we stay open for emergency appointments only and guarantee that our patients are receiving the same level of care attention, even in these testing times.

“All of our thoughts go out to all of those affected by COVID-19 and we hope we can continue to support our community for as long as possible.”

For more information call the practice on 01926 813113.

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