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.
You must apply for this grant in advance of incurring any dental costs and before commencing any dental treatment. Retrospective applications will NOT be considered by 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.