Senior living communities should place eyewear in a well-lit, accessible convenience or community-store location where residents can reach the product, read power labels, and use a mirror safely.
Strong locations
- community stores
- concierge or resident-convenience areas
- well-lit activity or service spaces with safe circulation
Placement requirements
- large, visible power labels
- comfortable reach height
- mirror access
- no trip or aisle hazard
- easy staff access for replenishment
Avoid
Dark, cramped, or high-traffic locations that make comparison difficult or unsafe.
Over-the-counter readers are not a substitute for professional eye care or prescribed lenses.
Continue: Senior Living Communities resource center.