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
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

Month
>Upcoming Virtual Workshops
Basic Guide Techniques
Virtual
What Is Safe Driving?
Virtual
Understanding Vision Loss
Virtual
Audio Books for iPhone
Virtual
Intro To The White Cane
Virtual
Articulos de Cocina
Virtual
Intro To Seeing AI App
Virtual
Braille 101 Workshop
Virtual
YouTube Workshop
Virtual
Intro To Salsa Music
Virtual
What’s Up Siri?
Virtual
Air Fryer Fun
Virtual
Intro to JAWS for Windows
Virtual
Understanding Vision Loss
Virtual
Laughter Yoga: Team Spirit!
Virtual
Learn Excel With JAWS
Virtual
Intro To Seeing AI
Virtual
Grooming for Success Part 1
Virtual
Audio Described Movies
Hybrid
Grooming for Success Part 2
Virtual
Summer Salads
Virtual
Mobile BARD App
Virtual
Understanding Vision Loss
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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