Braille Braille is a system of reading and writing for individuals with a visual impairment. The basic unit of Braille is the Braille cell, which is composed of six dots. Different combinations of the six dots make up 64 different symbols, which are read by moving the fingers across the line.
Most people assume that every blind individual reads and writes Braille.
In reality, only a small proportion of all persons with a visual impairment is fluent in Braille. Nevertheless, Braille is a tremendous resource and critical skill to some who are visually disabled. Braille evaluations and consultations are provided to individuals of any age who could benefit from a tactual method of communication. Adaptive devices and techniques can help individuals function more efficiently and independently. Functional Vision Vision consultants work to determine how a person functions visually in a given environment and give suggestions for improving visual skills.