Poor vision in older parents can lead to falls and isolation. A family guide to eye checks, common age-related eye problems and support in Haripur.
Good vision helps older people stay independent, safe and connected. Yet many elderly parents in Haripur put up with poor eyesight because they think it is “just age”. Often, simple help makes a big difference.
Common Eye Problems After 60
- Presbyopia – difficulty reading up close (see our reading glasses guide)
- Cataract – cloudy vision and glare (see cataract warning signs)
- Glaucoma – often silent, which is why regular checks matter
- Dry eye – more common with age
- Diabetic eye disease – for those with diabetes
Signs Your Parent May Need an Eye Check
- Bumping into things or more frequent falls
- Stopping reading the Quran, newspaper or phone
- Difficulty recognising faces
- Holding medicine labels very close
- Complaints of glare or blurred vision
How Families Can Help
- Book a yearly eye check and go along with them.
- Improve lighting at home, especially on stairs.
- Keep their glasses clean, comfortable and up to date.
- Remind them to take any prescribed eye drops correctly.
Free Screening on Sundays
Bring your parents to our free eye camp every Sunday, 10am – 2pm. Our team takes time with elderly patients and explains everything to the family.
Visit Sardar Eye Clinic & Optics, Haripur
Railway Station Road, Central Jail Bazar, Haripur · Doctor available Mon – Sat, 4pm – 8:30pm
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Medically reviewed by
Optometrist at Sardar Eye Clinic & Optics, Railway Station Road, Haripur, BS Optometry (Khyber Medical University) and hospital training at HMC Peshawar and Abbottabad Medical Complex, experienced in eye examinations, glasses and contact-lens prescriptions, and children’s eye care. This article is for general information — book an eye test for advice about your own eyes.
