Braille Institute
Coachella Valley Center
Classes & Workshops
Participate in classes & workshops through two convenient options:
- Online from your home using a phone, computer or tablet
- In-person at our center following required COVID protocols.
All of our programs and services are free of charge.
- Workshops – are open to the public and anyone can attend. They are one-day only sessions that are usually 1-2 hours on a specific topic with a live instructor and student participation. View our list of upcoming workshops and register online (link to workshops).
- Classes – are held over multiple weeks during the semester period and attended weekly. You must be a “student” of Braille Institute to register for a class. To become a student you must complete a low vision assessment or be on-boarded by a Braille Institute specialist. View the class catalog button
Contact Information
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Monday-Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Upcoming Coachella Valley Workshops
Teaching Art to Students who are Blind and Visually Impaired
Virtual Event CABraille Institute Art Instructors Simone and Noah present on Braille Institute's Art Program, discussing adaptations to help those who are […]
Using Microsoft Teams
Virtual Event CAThis workshop will cover the advantages of video conferencing and how an individual can join a Microsoft TEAMS meeting with […]
Acceso Gratuito a Audiolibros – BARD
Virtual Event CAAprenda a descargar libros y revistas gratuitos a sus dispositivos inteligentes. ¡Damos la bienvenida a todos los participantes! Llame al […]
Child Development: TVIs Keith Christian & Laurie Cottrell
Virtual Event CAPrepare for your students' new school year and hear from our experts on classroom support for students with vision impairments. […]
Audio Described Movies
Virtual Event CALearn about the latest in audio-described movies. We'll demonstrate streaming services; specifically, Netflix and Disney+, and an introduction to the […]
Meet Our Regional Director
Amy Sand
“Located in the heart of Coachella Valley, our new neighborhood center is more accessible than ever. Our experienced staff and volunteers are happy to assist you in maintaining or regaining your independence. We provide our free programs and services at our Center or bring them to you through our In-Home Services.”
Local Announcements
Our staff have gathered, and continue to research, helpful community resources and safe activities for our community of visually impaired during COVID19.
- Mizzell Meals On Wheels: Call 760-323-5689
- Cathedral City Senior Center: Call 760-321-1548
- Palm Springs Mental Health: Call 442-268-7000
- Jewish Family Service of the Desert: Call 760-325-4088
STAY INVOLVED WITH BRAILLE INSTITUTE
Braille Institute is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to positively transform the lives of those with vision loss. Braille Institute serves more than 37,000 people through a variety of free programs, classes and services at centers and community outreach locations throughout Southern California – from Santa Barbara to San Diego counties!
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