Senior Vision

Senior Vision

Enjoy Clear & Healthy Vision For a Lifetime

(970) 224-9880

Compassionate Care and Expertise You Can Trust

  • Struggle to read the messages on your smartphone?
  • Do images appear less vibrant than they used to?

Growing old is a privilege.

But when it comes to eye health, aging can bring on several ocular conditions and diseases like glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, cataracts and diabetic retinopathy.

Vision impairment decreases one's ability to perform activities of daily living and increases the risk for depression.

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The eye doctors at Mountain View Eye Specialists can help keep your vision clear and comfortable with regular eye exams, early detection and personalized care.


Preserve Your Eyesight With Mountain View Eye Specialists

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Whether you need reading glasses, bifocals, post-cataract surgery care, or eye disease co-management, we've got you covered! 

At Mountain View Eye Specialists in Rigden Farm, we believe that prevention is the best medicine. That’s why annual eye exams are so important for seniors. Detecting eye conditions early on can help prevent or delay vision loss, keeping your vision clearer for longer. Some serious eye conditions don’t present noticeable symptoms until vision loss has occurred. Fortunately, these can be detected in their early stages by your eye care professional during your eye exam. 

If an eye disease is diagnosed, we’ll create a custom treatment plan and monitor your condition closely to ensure the best outcome. 

Contact Mountain View Eye Specialists today to schedule your eye exam!


Senior Vision FAQs

Can presbyopia be corrected?

Presbyopia, age-related farsightedness, affects your eyes’ ability to focus on near objects. You may become aware of presbyopia once you begin holding books and newspapers at arm’s length to be able to read them. This condition is a natural part of the aging process and affects virtually all adults in their 40s. Our eye doctors will diagnose and help correct your presbyopia so you can see clearly again. They'll provide you with corrective glasses and/or contact lenses, such as monovision and multifcoals.

What are the most common vision problems in the elderly?

The most common causes of vision loss among the elderly are age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts and diabetic retinopathy. 

  • Age-related macular degeneration is characterized by the loss of central vision. 
  • Glaucoma results in visual field loss.
  • Cataracts cause blurred vision and faded colors among the elderly.
  • Diabetic retinopathy is characterized by blurred vision and floaters, among other symptoms. 
  • Other conditions include dry or watery eyes and floaters. 

Because many of these conditions may initially be asymptomatic, it's critical that elderly patients undergo routine eye exams. The earlier these conditions are detected, the better the treatment outcome. 

Can macular degeneration be prevented?

Although there’s no sure-fire method for preventing eye disease, certain lifestyle habits can put the odds in your favor. To help ensure healthy vision for a lifetime, wear high-quality sunglasses whenever outdoors, quit smoking if you do, eat eye-healthy foods, and ask your optometrist about taking AREDS supplements. Most importantly, regular visits with your eye doctor are crucial to keeping your vision sharp throughout your golden years.


Meet our Senior Vision Specialists

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- Jun. 24, 2025
Everyone is so friendly and attentive! I had a great experience with all of the receptionists. The t... ech who did my pre exam stuff was so so sweet, I wish I got her name. I wish I got the name of the woman that helped me with glasses measurements as well — she was so kind and funny, both of these ladies deserve recognition! Dr Amy was awesome — very informed and happy to share her knowledge with me. She also found things about my eyes that had not been noticed by prior eye doctors. I believe the changes she made to my prescription are going to significantly improve side effects I’m experiencing that I didn’t even know COULD be fixed by this. I also came in with VERY busted and broken glasses, to the point of embarrassment lol, but I felt no judgement from the staff. A little thing but it made a big difference to me! Been going to this office for a couple years now, love it!
- Jun. 19, 2025
Big thank you to the entire team at Mountain View Eye Specialists! They truly go above and beyond to... look after your best interests—and what really sets them apart is how much they genuinely care about their patients. I’m so glad I chose them for my eye care. Highly recommend this place if you want to be treated like more than just a number. Thank you again! 👓👏
- Jun. 18, 2025
I have had such a wonderful experience with Mountain View! They were able to see me immediately for ... an emergency visit on Saturday. All staff have been so helpful and nice. Dr. Ricke was extremely informative and kind and he gave me peace of mind when I needed it most. They have made an otherwise very difficult eye emergency a much more pleasant experience! I will be going there for my future regular eye exams.
- Jun. 06, 2025
Everyone here is so great
- May. 28, 2025
They have an excellent Staff, and great selection of eyewear.
- May. 15, 2025
Isabel was very helpful in customizing my lens and frame choices to meet my needs.
- May. 02, 2025
I so appreciate Dr. Amy and her staff. They treat me kindly and well. They are very professional and... knowledgeable in all they do. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs an excellent optometrist on their health team.
- Apr. 10, 2025
We love this doctor and the staff. Everyone is so friendly and helpful and made my daughter feel ver... y comfortable.
- Apr. 08, 2025
Great Service. Very professional.
- Apr. 07, 2025
I love these guys! Dr. German is the BEST, helped find an eye problem that was difficult for others... to find. Also have top notch equip and a great optician staff.
- Mar. 28, 2025
Greeted and accepted as a new client in a timely manner. New prescription and glasses provided.
- Mar. 25, 2025
Friendly, knowledgeable and professional staff located in a convenient and pleasant office.
- Mar. 20, 2025
Great and friendly staff!
- Mar. 18, 2025
Staff is very professional and efficient. Office is clean and pleasant.
- Mar. 08, 2025
Friendly staff good service and explained the process
- Mar. 08, 2025
Staff are friendly, professional, & knowledgeable. Extremely happy with the care I received.
- Mar. 04, 2025
Amazing work . Fantastic service
- Mar. 03, 2025
I’ve been seeing Dr. Kelly, She is great and and caring. She takes time to answer all my questions... . SHAE was very helpful, helping me choose my glasses, showing me the differences and explaining insurance benefits to me. Highly recommend her to help you when you’re there.
- Feb. 24, 2025
Everyone I encountered was very very pleasant and helpful. It was a great experience. It was quick y... et I didn’t feel rushed at all. Doctor and tech were great. The lady helping me pick my frames was absolutely lovely and patient with me. And I’m finally getting the rx I’ve needed. My highest recommendations.
- Feb. 05, 2025
Great place!

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Senior Eye Care in Rigden Farm

Our optometry practice in Rigden Farm

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • EyeMed
  • Spectera
  • VSP
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Tricare
  • Anthem
  • UMR
  • AARP Medicare Complete
  • Aetna
  • Mutual of Omaha

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Don’t Let Age Limit Your Vision!

Preserve your eyesight with Mountain View Eye Specialists

(970) 224-9880