Eye Clinic Liaison Officer

Helen Pickavance, our Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO), is based in the Eye Department of Arrowe Park Hospital.

Helen has completed the RNIB Eye Clinic Support Studies course, accredited by City, University of London and she provides a comprehensive support service for patients, their family & carers, which includes:-

  • Emotional support
  • Eye health information on a range of topics
  • Referral to other services:- e.g. advocacy, befriending, home visiting
  • Referral to other agencies :- e.g. visual impairment team
  • Assistance with certification and registration of a vision impairment (CVI)
  • Information on a range of topics:- e.g. visual aids, transport services
  • Demonstration of visual aid equipment
  • Visual awareness training
  • Advice & support for visually impaired patients whilst in hospital

Helen can be contacted on direct line telephone number 0151 604 7289

Alternatively you can email Helen – helen.pickervance@nhs.net