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Introducing the New Low Vision Clinic – In Partnership with QUT Optometry

Guide Dogs Queensland is excited to launch a new Low Vision Clinic in collaboration with the QUT Optometry Health Clinic. This unique program combines expert support from our team with QUT final year Optometry students, under supervision.

The clinic will run fortnightly from Friday 1 August to 24 October 2025 at the Anderson Centre, Bald Hills Campus. Each session offers a full optometry assessment, a personalised consultation with a Guide Dogs Queensland practitioner, and where relevant, a review of low vision aids and service referrals.

This is a fantastic opportunity to stay on top of your vision health while helping train the next generation of optometrists.

Appointments are limited and booking is essential.

For more information or to book your appointment, please email clients@guidedogsqld.com.au or 07 3500 9060.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can attend the clinic?
The Low Vision Clinic is open to anyone with low vision. You do not need to be a current Guide Dogs Queensland client – we’ll simply register you as a client when you book.

Do I need a referral to attend?
No referral is required to access the Low Vision Clinic.

What does a typical appointment involve?
Each appointment includes:

• A 2-hour session with an Optometrist (under supervision).
• A 1-hour consultation with a GDQ practitioner to review your functional vision, identify support needs, and, if appropriate, assess low vision aids.

A full optometry report will be provided after your appointment.

Will I see the same optometry students and staff throughout the program?
Each client’s appointment is supported by the same pair of optometry students, with consistent supervision from a QUT supervising optometrist.

What are the benefits of this clinic?

• Access to a free comprehensive eye examination.
• Opportunity to explore new or updated low vision aids.
• One-on-one consultation with a GDQ practitioner to discuss ongoing needs and services.
• A written optometry report provided to you and shared with GDQ (with your consent).
• Access to low-cost or free (for concession/senior card holders) spectacle scheme.

How much does it cost?
There is no charge for the consultation.
If glasses are prescribed:

• Free with a concession/pension card.
• Approximately $30 without a concession/pension card.

What do I need to bring to my appointment?

• Any existing or old glasses.
• Your concession or pension card (if you have one).

Where is the clinic located?
All appointments take place at the Anderson Centre, Guide Dogs Queensland Bald Hills Campus.

What dates are the clinics running?
Appointments are scheduled for:

• 1 August
• 15 August
• 29 August
• 12 September
• 10 October
• 24 October

Each clinic day has two appointments starting at 9:30am.

Will I receive any follow-up after the appointment?
Yes. New clients will go through an intake process that may result in referrals to relevant Guide Dogs services. All clients will receive a written optometry report and may be contacted to discuss next steps or additional support.