The European languages are members of the same family. Their separate existence is a myth. For science, music, sport, etc, Europe uses the same vocabulary. Information and Advice Category Canaan Barrie on body signingCare for people with visual impairmentFor ProfessionalsIntroduction to BrailleLearning ResourcesLife skillsLiving IndependentlyNew to Sight Loss Sight ScotlandSight Scotland Veterans Topic Type BrailleCanaan Barrie on body signingFor educatorsLearning more about a diagnosis Life skillsRegistering your sight condition Sight loss conditionsStaying active TechnologyTransport and mobility Filter Results Unified English Braille (UEB)Since braille's creation in the 19th century, different braille codes have developed in countries across the world. Today, the primary braille code in the United Kingdom is Unified English Braille Find out more Using tactile resources to support visually impaired children's reading skillsSally Paterson, a Qualified Teacher of Visual Impairment, explains why books with tactile illustrations are so important for children with visual impairment.Find out more What is braille?Braille is a tactile system that allows blind and partially sighted people to access literacy by reading and writing.Find out more What is diabetic retinopathy?Learn about How diabetic retinopathy affects the eyes and vision.Find out more Who was Louis Braille?Learn more about Louis Braille - the creator of the braille code.Find out more Who will support me with my sight loss diagnosis?There are a number of health and social care professionals you will meet following a sight loss diagnosis who will be able to support you in different ways.Find out more Why sight loss can affect sleepSleep is essential for our general health and wellbeing. However, vision loss can affect the body’s sleep schedule. People with visual impairment can experience more insomnia and tiredness during the day, as a result.Find out more Winter safety tips for people with a visual impairmentSight Scotland Veterans rehabilitation officer, Katrina, gives her tips for staying safe and maintaining independence while out and about when the winter weather sets in.Find out morePopular on Sight ScotlandOur new namesWe are proud to announce the new names of our two sister charities and share why we changed our names. We’ve continually adapted to ensure we're there for people with sight loss, and will be there in the future too.Read morePopular on Sight ScotlandAbout usFor over 230 years, we have been supporting people impacted by visual impairment. We are one of Scotland's oldest charities and we're dedicated to empowering blind and partially sighted people to lead fulfilling lives. Read more Pagination « First page ‹ Previous page … 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10