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/.
Have any other questions about Braille Challenge? We'd love to answer them. Just leave a comment!
November 18, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Have any other questions about Braille Challenge? We'd love to answer them. Just leave a comment!
Who should participate in the Foundational category?
The short answer: any students learning braille! It’s accessible, supportive, and flexible, which makes it perfect for students who may need individualized support, who are new to braille, or who aren’t ready for the usual competition yet.
The short answer: any students learning braille! It’s accessible, supportive, and flexible, which makes it perfect for students who may need individualized support, who are new to braille, or who aren’t ready for the usual competition yet.
November 18, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Who should participate in the Foundational category?
The short answer: any students learning braille! It’s accessible, supportive, and flexible, which makes it perfect for students who may need individualized support, who are new to braille, or who aren’t ready for the usual competition yet.
The short answer: any students learning braille! It’s accessible, supportive, and flexible, which makes it perfect for students who may need individualized support, who are new to braille, or who aren’t ready for the usual competition yet.
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.
ONE lucky winner will be randomly selected from the those who take the survey. The winner will receive ONE free pair of Meta Smart Glasses.
November 14, 2025 at 8:18 PM
ONE lucky winner will be randomly selected from the those who take the survey. The winner will receive ONE free pair of Meta Smart Glasses.
2. Second, attend the workshop and learn what smart glasses are and explore the different brands and types currently on the market.
3. Lastly, we want to hear from you! Complete the post-workshop survey sent to you via email by Friday, November 21.
3. Lastly, we want to hear from you! Complete the post-workshop survey sent to you via email by Friday, November 21.
November 14, 2025 at 8:18 PM
2. Second, attend the workshop and learn what smart glasses are and explore the different brands and types currently on the market.
3. Lastly, we want to hear from you! Complete the post-workshop survey sent to you via email by Friday, November 21.
3. Lastly, we want to hear from you! Complete the post-workshop survey sent to you via email by Friday, November 21.
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
Living with Astigmatism
- Schedule regular eye exams
- Eat eye-healthy foods (vitamins A, C, E)
- Protect eyes from UV rays
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule for screen time
- Stay hydrated to prevent dry eyes
- Schedule regular eye exams
- Eat eye-healthy foods (vitamins A, C, E)
- Protect eyes from UV rays
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule for screen time
- Stay hydrated to prevent dry eyes
November 7, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Living with Astigmatism
- Schedule regular eye exams
- Eat eye-healthy foods (vitamins A, C, E)
- Protect eyes from UV rays
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule for screen time
- Stay hydrated to prevent dry eyes
- Schedule regular eye exams
- Eat eye-healthy foods (vitamins A, C, E)
- Protect eyes from UV rays
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule for screen time
- Stay hydrated to prevent dry eyes