Sight Loss Journey to Access Appropriate Services. An LVSC considers “What Actually Happens?”

1. Sight Loss Journey to Access Appropriate Services.An LVSC considers “What Actually Happens?” Indicates ineffective or poorly referral route Sight Loss Key: Certification LVL Other Routes GP optician Registration Senior Social Worker CVI Hospital Eye Clinic Tests,diagnosis treatment Ophthalmologist Letter of Explanation 8 wk – initial needassessment Statement – Outlook Group RVI Eye Clinic Staff Social Worker Needs Assessment Invitation to Outlook Group GP Drop in Acuity Decision –Case for Support? Low Vision Services Community– Optometrist yes no Rehabilitationofficer Support Services

2. Sight Loss Journey to Access Appropriate Services. What Should Happen Sight Loss LVL Social Services Needs Assessment Other Routes GP optician RVL Tests,diagnosis treatment CVI certification Hospital Eye Clinic Ophthalmologist Registration Social Services Or Local Voluntary Society RVL Eye Clinic Staff POD service Rehabilitation Officers Needs Assessment RVL Low Vision Services Hospital or community based Support Services