This service is for individuals, staff and carers of adults over the age of 19 who have visual and learning disabilities. Contact RNIB Information and Practice Development Service on Multiple Disability for more details. Glasses help you to see better. Lots of people wear glasses. Most people need glasses when they are over the age of 40.
Some people get glasses when they are little children.
Other people get glasses when they are grown up. Some glasses help you see near things - like food on a plate, pictures in books or magazines or to do craft work. Some glasses help people see things which are near and far away. Some people have two pairs of glasses. Lots of people take time to get used to new glasses.