Braille Institute
@brailleinstitute.bsky.social
Empowering visually impaired people to live fulfilling lives since 1919.
Learn more about us and find FREE resources at https://www.brailleinstitute.org/.
Learn more about us and find FREE resources at https://www.brailleinstitute.org/.
At Braille Institute, our free programs and services help make that possible, every step of the way.
Learn more about our programs and how we can help here: brailleinstitute.org
Learn more about our programs and how we can help here: brailleinstitute.org
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
At Braille Institute, our free programs and services help make that possible, every step of the way.
Learn more about our programs and how we can help here: brailleinstitute.org
Learn more about our programs and how we can help here: brailleinstitute.org
Build a Support System
Connection makes coping easier, so whether through loved ones or support groups, surround yourself with people who understand and uplift you.
Braille Institute offers free programs where you can meet others and learn together.
Connection makes coping easier, so whether through loved ones or support groups, surround yourself with people who understand and uplift you.
Braille Institute offers free programs where you can meet others and learn together.
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Build a Support System
Connection makes coping easier, so whether through loved ones or support groups, surround yourself with people who understand and uplift you.
Braille Institute offers free programs where you can meet others and learn together.
Connection makes coping easier, so whether through loved ones or support groups, surround yourself with people who understand and uplift you.
Braille Institute offers free programs where you can meet others and learn together.
Care for Your Mental and Emotional Health
Vision loss can bring emotional challenges, so speaking with an experienced counselor or joining a support group can be helpful.
Your emotional well-being is just as important as physical adaptation.
Vision loss can bring emotional challenges, so speaking with an experienced counselor or joining a support group can be helpful.
Your emotional well-being is just as important as physical adaptation.
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Care for Your Mental and Emotional Health
Vision loss can bring emotional challenges, so speaking with an experienced counselor or joining a support group can be helpful.
Your emotional well-being is just as important as physical adaptation.
Vision loss can bring emotional challenges, so speaking with an experienced counselor or joining a support group can be helpful.
Your emotional well-being is just as important as physical adaptation.
Explore Assistive Technology
From magnifiers and screen readers to voice assistants and smartphone apps, some tools can make daily life more accessible.
Get recommendations for devices and techniques that fit your unique needs.
From magnifiers and screen readers to voice assistants and smartphone apps, some tools can make daily life more accessible.
Get recommendations for devices and techniques that fit your unique needs.
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Explore Assistive Technology
From magnifiers and screen readers to voice assistants and smartphone apps, some tools can make daily life more accessible.
Get recommendations for devices and techniques that fit your unique needs.
From magnifiers and screen readers to voice assistants and smartphone apps, some tools can make daily life more accessible.
Get recommendations for devices and techniques that fit your unique needs.
Organize Your Space and Routine
Consistency can help you build confidence, so keep frequently used items in designated spots and label or group items by shape or texture.
This reduces stress and helps you save time.
Consistency can help you build confidence, so keep frequently used items in designated spots and label or group items by shape or texture.
This reduces stress and helps you save time.
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Organize Your Space and Routine
Consistency can help you build confidence, so keep frequently used items in designated spots and label or group items by shape or texture.
This reduces stress and helps you save time.
Consistency can help you build confidence, so keep frequently used items in designated spots and label or group items by shape or texture.
This reduces stress and helps you save time.
Prepare Your Home Environment
A well-designed home can improve both your safety and comfort.
Use contrast and color to define furniture edges, add tactile markers to appliances, and ensure good lighting in key areas.
A well-designed home can improve both your safety and comfort.
Use contrast and color to define furniture edges, add tactile markers to appliances, and ensure good lighting in key areas.
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Prepare Your Home Environment
A well-designed home can improve both your safety and comfort.
Use contrast and color to define furniture edges, add tactile markers to appliances, and ensure good lighting in key areas.
A well-designed home can improve both your safety and comfort.
Use contrast and color to define furniture edges, add tactile markers to appliances, and ensure good lighting in key areas.
Get Educated
Knowledge is power, so start by getting a clear diagnosis from an eye care professional and understanding it.
Ask questions, research reliable sources, and learn about community and state resources that can support you.
Knowledge is power, so start by getting a clear diagnosis from an eye care professional and understanding it.
Ask questions, research reliable sources, and learn about community and state resources that can support you.
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Get Educated
Knowledge is power, so start by getting a clear diagnosis from an eye care professional and understanding it.
Ask questions, research reliable sources, and learn about community and state resources that can support you.
Knowledge is power, so start by getting a clear diagnosis from an eye care professional and understanding it.
Ask questions, research reliable sources, and learn about community and state resources that can support you.
Learning to live well with a visual impairment can take some adjustment.
Whether you’re adapting to your own vision loss or supporting a loved one, knowing the right strategies can make a world of difference.
Here are seven practical tips that can help:
Whether you’re adapting to your own vision loss or supporting a loved one, knowing the right strategies can make a world of difference.
Here are seven practical tips that can help:
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Learning to live well with a visual impairment can take some adjustment.
Whether you’re adapting to your own vision loss or supporting a loved one, knowing the right strategies can make a world of difference.
Here are seven practical tips that can help:
Whether you’re adapting to your own vision loss or supporting a loved one, knowing the right strategies can make a world of difference.
Here are seven practical tips that can help:
Assistive technology has transformed the way many people with visual impairments live and learn.
Today, we want to hear from our community: What assistive technology are you thankful for?
Today, we want to hear from our community: What assistive technology are you thankful for?
November 26, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Assistive technology has transformed the way many people with visual impairments live and learn.
Today, we want to hear from our community: What assistive technology are you thankful for?
Today, we want to hear from our community: What assistive technology are you thankful for?
For many youth who are blind or visually impaired, Braille Institute is a place to discover who they can become.
Our Youth Services combine practical skill-building with mentorship and connection to build independence.
Learn more here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
Our Youth Services combine practical skill-building with mentorship and connection to build independence.
Learn more here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
November 24, 2025 at 3:14 PM
For many youth who are blind or visually impaired, Braille Institute is a place to discover who they can become.
Our Youth Services combine practical skill-building with mentorship and connection to build independence.
Learn more here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
Our Youth Services combine practical skill-building with mentorship and connection to build independence.
Learn more here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
From smartphones to screen readers, assistive tech can make daily life easier.
At Braille Institute, our free year-round classes, workshops, and one-on-one sessions teach you how to use technology with confidence and independence.
Get started here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
At Braille Institute, our free year-round classes, workshops, and one-on-one sessions teach you how to use technology with confidence and independence.
Get started here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
November 21, 2025 at 6:30 PM
From smartphones to screen readers, assistive tech can make daily life easier.
At Braille Institute, our free year-round classes, workshops, and one-on-one sessions teach you how to use technology with confidence and independence.
Get started here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
At Braille Institute, our free year-round classes, workshops, and one-on-one sessions teach you how to use technology with confidence and independence.
Get started here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
Teacher of the Year nominations are now open! 🌟
Every year, Braille Institute presents the Teacher of the Year for Excellence in Braille Instruction award. If you know a Teacher of the Visually Impaired who goes above and beyond, then we want to hear about them!
Nominate a TVI: bit.ly/4oyltiA
Every year, Braille Institute presents the Teacher of the Year for Excellence in Braille Instruction award. If you know a Teacher of the Visually Impaired who goes above and beyond, then we want to hear about them!
Nominate a TVI: bit.ly/4oyltiA
November 21, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Teacher of the Year nominations are now open! 🌟
Every year, Braille Institute presents the Teacher of the Year for Excellence in Braille Instruction award. If you know a Teacher of the Visually Impaired who goes above and beyond, then we want to hear about them!
Nominate a TVI: bit.ly/4oyltiA
Every year, Braille Institute presents the Teacher of the Year for Excellence in Braille Instruction award. If you know a Teacher of the Visually Impaired who goes above and beyond, then we want to hear about them!
Nominate a TVI: bit.ly/4oyltiA
#BrailleChallenge is for ALL students who are learning braille, wherever they’re at in their journey. Now, you can order Foundational category materials year-round! Enjoy Braille Challenge on your schedule, at a pace that works for your student. bit.ly/4iaO6jA
November 18, 2025 at 11:49 PM
#BrailleChallenge is for ALL students who are learning braille, wherever they’re at in their journey. Now, you can order Foundational category materials year-round! Enjoy Braille Challenge on your schedule, at a pace that works for your student. bit.ly/4iaO6jA
Official Braille Challenge 25th anniversary hats are now available at the Vistas Store for $20.00 + tax!
Each hat features embroidered braille and a "25" on the side in honor of 25 years of Braille Challenge.
Order by phone at 323-906-3124 or visit our Vistas store today to secure yours!
Each hat features embroidered braille and a "25" on the side in honor of 25 years of Braille Challenge.
Order by phone at 323-906-3124 or visit our Vistas store today to secure yours!
November 17, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Official Braille Challenge 25th anniversary hats are now available at the Vistas Store for $20.00 + tax!
Each hat features embroidered braille and a "25" on the side in honor of 25 years of Braille Challenge.
Order by phone at 323-906-3124 or visit our Vistas store today to secure yours!
Each hat features embroidered braille and a "25" on the side in honor of 25 years of Braille Challenge.
Order by phone at 323-906-3124 or visit our Vistas store today to secure yours!
If you or a loved one has diabetes, talk to your eye doctor about regular checkups.
Braille Institute offers free programs, classes, and resources to support people of all ages experiencing vision loss.
Learn more here: brailleinstitute.org
Braille Institute offers free programs, classes, and resources to support people of all ages experiencing vision loss.
Learn more here: brailleinstitute.org
November 14, 2025 at 9:49 PM
If you or a loved one has diabetes, talk to your eye doctor about regular checkups.
Braille Institute offers free programs, classes, and resources to support people of all ages experiencing vision loss.
Learn more here: brailleinstitute.org
Braille Institute offers free programs, classes, and resources to support people of all ages experiencing vision loss.
Learn more here: brailleinstitute.org
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
When fluid builds up in the macula (the center of the retina), it causes blurred or wavy vision.
DME can happen at any stage of diabetic retinopathy.
Routine screenings and proper diabetes management are vital.
When fluid builds up in the macula (the center of the retina), it causes blurred or wavy vision.
DME can happen at any stage of diabetic retinopathy.
Routine screenings and proper diabetes management are vital.
November 14, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
When fluid builds up in the macula (the center of the retina), it causes blurred or wavy vision.
DME can happen at any stage of diabetic retinopathy.
Routine screenings and proper diabetes management are vital.
When fluid builds up in the macula (the center of the retina), it causes blurred or wavy vision.
DME can happen at any stage of diabetic retinopathy.
Routine screenings and proper diabetes management are vital.
Glaucoma
Having diabetes nearly doubles your risk of developing open-angle glaucoma, according to the National Eye Institute.
This damages the optic nerve, often without any early symptoms.
Early testing and treatment can help protect your sight.
Having diabetes nearly doubles your risk of developing open-angle glaucoma, according to the National Eye Institute.
This damages the optic nerve, often without any early symptoms.
Early testing and treatment can help protect your sight.
November 14, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Glaucoma
Having diabetes nearly doubles your risk of developing open-angle glaucoma, according to the National Eye Institute.
This damages the optic nerve, often without any early symptoms.
Early testing and treatment can help protect your sight.
Having diabetes nearly doubles your risk of developing open-angle glaucoma, according to the National Eye Institute.
This damages the optic nerve, often without any early symptoms.
Early testing and treatment can help protect your sight.
Cataracts
People with diabetes are 2–5 times more likely to develop cataracts and often at a younger age.
Cloudy lenses can blur or dim your vision, making daily activities harder.
Good blood sugar control can help slow progression.
People with diabetes are 2–5 times more likely to develop cataracts and often at a younger age.
Cloudy lenses can blur or dim your vision, making daily activities harder.
Good blood sugar control can help slow progression.
November 14, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Cataracts
People with diabetes are 2–5 times more likely to develop cataracts and often at a younger age.
Cloudy lenses can blur or dim your vision, making daily activities harder.
Good blood sugar control can help slow progression.
People with diabetes are 2–5 times more likely to develop cataracts and often at a younger age.
Cloudy lenses can blur or dim your vision, making daily activities harder.
Good blood sugar control can help slow progression.
Diabetic Retinopathy
According to the CDC, this is the leading cause of blindness in working-age adults.
High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina, leading to vision loss if left untreated.
Regular eye exams are key to early detection.
According to the CDC, this is the leading cause of blindness in working-age adults.
High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina, leading to vision loss if left untreated.
Regular eye exams are key to early detection.
November 14, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Diabetic Retinopathy
According to the CDC, this is the leading cause of blindness in working-age adults.
High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina, leading to vision loss if left untreated.
Regular eye exams are key to early detection.
According to the CDC, this is the leading cause of blindness in working-age adults.
High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina, leading to vision loss if left untreated.
Regular eye exams are key to early detection.
Did you know diabetes can affect your vision in more ways than one?
This World Diabetes Day, let’s explore four major eye conditions linked to diabetes and how awareness can make a difference.
This World Diabetes Day, let’s explore four major eye conditions linked to diabetes and how awareness can make a difference.
November 14, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Did you know diabetes can affect your vision in more ways than one?
This World Diabetes Day, let’s explore four major eye conditions linked to diabetes and how awareness can make a difference.
This World Diabetes Day, let’s explore four major eye conditions linked to diabetes and how awareness can make a difference.
Confidence starts with connection.
Join us for ‘Social Skills for Success for Children and Youth,’ a free two-part workshop for families and educators to help every child thrive socially.
Part 1: November 18
Time: 4.00 to 5.00pm PT
Register here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
Join us for ‘Social Skills for Success for Children and Youth,’ a free two-part workshop for families and educators to help every child thrive socially.
Part 1: November 18
Time: 4.00 to 5.00pm PT
Register here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
November 14, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Confidence starts with connection.
Join us for ‘Social Skills for Success for Children and Youth,’ a free two-part workshop for families and educators to help every child thrive socially.
Part 1: November 18
Time: 4.00 to 5.00pm PT
Register here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
Join us for ‘Social Skills for Success for Children and Youth,’ a free two-part workshop for families and educators to help every child thrive socially.
Part 1: November 18
Time: 4.00 to 5.00pm PT
Register here: www.brailleinstitute.org/find-service...
Giveaway alert! We’re giving away ONE free pair of Meta Smart Glasses (valued at up to $400)!
How to enter:
1. First, register for our free Let’s Talk Smart Glasses workshop on Wednesday, November 19 at 12pm PT! If you haven’t signed up for this workshop yet, register online here: bit.ly/4o0p2gM
How to enter:
1. First, register for our free Let’s Talk Smart Glasses workshop on Wednesday, November 19 at 12pm PT! If you haven’t signed up for this workshop yet, register online here: bit.ly/4o0p2gM
November 14, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Giveaway alert! We’re giving away ONE free pair of Meta Smart Glasses (valued at up to $400)!
How to enter:
1. First, register for our free Let’s Talk Smart Glasses workshop on Wednesday, November 19 at 12pm PT! If you haven’t signed up for this workshop yet, register online here: bit.ly/4o0p2gM
How to enter:
1. First, register for our free Let’s Talk Smart Glasses workshop on Wednesday, November 19 at 12pm PT! If you haven’t signed up for this workshop yet, register online here: bit.ly/4o0p2gM
In exciting news, Volunteer Services at Braille Institute is now the Volunteer Impact Program (VIP)!
It’s a new chapter for our incredible community of volunteers who make a difference every day in the lives of our students.
Become a volunteer here: brailleinstitute.org/volunteer
It’s a new chapter for our incredible community of volunteers who make a difference every day in the lives of our students.
Become a volunteer here: brailleinstitute.org/volunteer
November 12, 2025 at 6:49 PM
In exciting news, Volunteer Services at Braille Institute is now the Volunteer Impact Program (VIP)!
It’s a new chapter for our incredible community of volunteers who make a difference every day in the lives of our students.
Become a volunteer here: brailleinstitute.org/volunteer
It’s a new chapter for our incredible community of volunteers who make a difference every day in the lives of our students.
Become a volunteer here: brailleinstitute.org/volunteer
Join us for a free workshop all about smart glasses, featuring representatives from EchoVision Smart Glasses by AGIGA, Ally Solo Glasses by envision, and Meta Glasses by Meta.
Learn how they can support people with vision loss—from reading text to providing real-time guidance.
bit.ly/4o0p2gM
Learn how they can support people with vision loss—from reading text to providing real-time guidance.
bit.ly/4o0p2gM
November 11, 2025 at 2:19 AM
Join us for a free workshop all about smart glasses, featuring representatives from EchoVision Smart Glasses by AGIGA, Ally Solo Glasses by envision, and Meta Glasses by Meta.
Learn how they can support people with vision loss—from reading text to providing real-time guidance.
bit.ly/4o0p2gM
Learn how they can support people with vision loss—from reading text to providing real-time guidance.
bit.ly/4o0p2gM
Astigmatism is common and treatable.
Early diagnosis and consistent care can protect your vision and make daily life clearer.
Don’t ignore your symptoms, and schedule an eye exam today.
Learn more about Braille Institute and how we can help here: brailleinstitute.org
Early diagnosis and consistent care can protect your vision and make daily life clearer.
Don’t ignore your symptoms, and schedule an eye exam today.
Learn more about Braille Institute and how we can help here: brailleinstitute.org
November 7, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Astigmatism is common and treatable.
Early diagnosis and consistent care can protect your vision and make daily life clearer.
Don’t ignore your symptoms, and schedule an eye exam today.
Learn more about Braille Institute and how we can help here: brailleinstitute.org
Early diagnosis and consistent care can protect your vision and make daily life clearer.
Don’t ignore your symptoms, and schedule an eye exam today.
Learn more about Braille Institute and how we can help here: brailleinstitute.org