Barriers to accessing low vision services

Abstract

Aim: To investigate barriers to accessing low vision services in Australia. Methods: Adults with a vision impairment (<6/12 in the better eye and/or significant visual field defect), who were current patients at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital (RVEEH), were interviewed. The questions investigated self-perceived vision difficulties, duration of vision loss and satisfaction with vision and also examined issues of awareness of low vision services and referral to services. Focus groups were also conducted with vision impaired ( 0.05). However, there was a significant difference in the level of difficulties experienced with daily activities between those with mild-moderate and severe vis..