<p>Vision is a&#xa0;significant determinant of quality of life and autonomy in older people. It declines with age due to natural processes. In the general population this is exacerbated by age-related eye diseases, such as cataract, age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. The resulting impairments can lead to reduced mobility, independence and mental health and physiological ageing processes of the eye and disease-related changes in visual function are therefore associated with increased morbidity, such as an increased risk of falls and depression. Treatment, prevention and rehabilitation measures can significantly reduce the impairment of older people caused by age-related eye diseases. In order to keep pace with the increasing demand for care and to maintain vision at the highest possible level into old age, not only targeted and timely ophthalmological care are necessary but also more prevention in the field of age-related eye diseases.</p>