Alvaston Opticians

17/11/2025

🌟 It's National Self-Care Week 2025! 🌟

Self-care isn’t just about bubble baths and spa days (although those are great too! 🛁💆‍♀️). It's about taking time for YOU — mentally, physically, and emotionally. This week, let's make a commitment to prioritize our well-being and nurture ourselves in every way possible. 💖

Here are a few simple ways to practice self-care:
✨ Take 5 minutes for mindfulness or meditation 🧘‍♂️
✨ Get outside and enjoy nature 🌳
✨ Hydrate, eat well, and get enough sleep 💧🍎💤
✨ Set boundaries and say NO when you need to 🚫
✨ Connect with loved ones or reach out for support 🤗

No matter how big or small, every act of self-care counts. What’s one self-care habit you want to try this week? Drop it in the comments below and let’s support each other on this journey to better health! 🌱

15/11/2025

❗❗WARNING CUTENESS OVERLOAD❗❗
Here is baby Jude looking like a little star in his new glasses. He visited our sister practice, Oakwood Eyecare, the other week.
He was recommended to see us when the hospital advised he would need glasses after his Pupilloplasty surgery. He was also born with cataracts.
We are delighted to be a part of the team caring for his eyes and as an independent optician we are able to supply and fit even the tiniest glasses.
We love seeing children grow and thrive so if you need advice on eyecare for your little ones, please get in touch👶

09/11/2025

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

05/11/2025

🎆 Bonfire Night is Brilliant — But Protect Your Eyes! 👀🔥

As we gather around fireworks and bonfires this Bonfire Night, don’t forget how vulnerable your eyes are to sparks, debris, and smoke.

👉 Here’s how to keep your eyes safe:
✅ Wear protective eyewear, especially if lighting fireworks
✅ Keep a safe distance from bonfires and displays
✅ Don’t let kids near sparklers without supervision
✅ Avoid rubbing your eyes if smoke or debris gets in — rinse with clean water instead

If an eye injury occurs:
🚨 Seek immediate medical attention — don’t wait!

Enjoy the night, but let your vision last a lifetime 👁️✨

31/10/2025

🎃🎃Happy Halloween🎃🎃

29/10/2025

🌜⭐The nights are drawing in which means we are getting more and more people asking about night driving lenses. We have you covered! These images show how night driving lenses can improve your vision. They can help to reduce glare and help improve contrast. Speak to one of our staff members for more information.⭐🌜

26/10/2025

25/10/2025

🍾🍾Thank you, Thank you, Thank you from the Alvaston Team!!!!🎊🎊
What an amazing day!
Thank you to all those that have supported us over the last 18 years and an extra special thank you to those that came today! We have had amazing day and the sense of community is exactly what we wanted 😍

25/10/2025

Cracking day so far! Thank you for everyone showing your support!!🥰🥰