Assessments

You may attend different kinds of assessments at the Low Vision Clinic, depending on your needs.

LOW VISION ASSESSMENT

Unlike a typical eye examination, a low vision assessment determines what level of vision you have and how you are using your vision.

Low vision assessments are provided by residency-trained optometrists (optometrists with specific training in low vision rehabilitation), optometric residents, and interns.

This assessment evaluates all aspects of your vision including:

  • how sharp your vision is
  • your peripheral vision
  • your colour vision
  • your ability to see contrast

We will explain your vision to you in easy-to-understand terms.

VISION AIDS ASSESSMENT

Your low vision assessment will likely also include a vision aids assessment.

This assessment will:

  • evaluate which visual aids might help you complete tasks like reading or daily activities
  • help you consider factors like cost, and ease of use when choosing a device

We are a Regional Assessment Centre (RAC) for technological vision aids under the Ministry of Health’s Assistive Devices Program (ADP).

OTHER SERVICES

  • Training on prescribed devices

  • Suggestions for environmental modifications to make the most of your vision

  • Counselling for you and your family on adjusting to vision loss

  • Connections to other government programs and resources

  • Assistance applying for Assistive Devices Program (ADP) funding to help purchase devices

  • Optometric assessments for the Vision Waiver Program

  • Prescription, fitting and training for Biotpics for Bioptic Driving

Appointments at the Low Vision Clinic must be made by phone or email.

Please call 519-888-4708 or email lvclinic@uwaterloo.ca.