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.
- 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
74-245 Highway 111 #E101
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Monday-Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
(760) 321-1111
cv@brailleinstitute.org
Regional Manager
Amy Sand
Upcoming In-Person Coachella Valley Center Workshops
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>Upcoming Virtual Workshops
Be My Eyes vs. Aira
Virtual
Understanding Vision Loss
Virtual
Learn To Use Instacart
Virtual
Using Microsoft Teams
Virtual
Accessible Air-Frying
Virtual
Do You Remember?
Virtual
Accessible Air-Frying
Virtual
Intro to Salsa Music
Virtual
Salsa!
Virtual
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Meet Our Regional Manager
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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