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Eye care services and roles

ECLO Mark Chapman, at Luton hospital supporting a child with sight loss.
ECLO Mark Chapman, at Luton hospital supporting a child with sight loss.

Find out about different types of eye care services and the professionals you might meet.

In this section

Eye Care Liaison Officers (ECLOs)

Eye Care Liaison Officers (ECLOs) offer emotional support and practical advice about coming to terms with sight loss, and can refer someone to other services.

Low vision and low vision services

Find out about low vision, the support available through NHS low vision services, and how an assessment can help.

Who does what in eye health

There are a number of different professionals who may be involved in looking after your eye health. Some work in the community and some in hospital eye departm…

RNIB Low Vision, Products and Advice Centre

Visit the RNIB Low Vision, Products and Advice Centre for low vision assessments, specialist advice, accessible products and support.