Classes
We are currently offering online workshops and classes and virtual sessions, while Braille Institute centers remain temporarily closed due to COVID-19. Once you register, you then participate by video or phone within the comfort and safety of your home. Like all of our programs and services, Braille’s remote service offerings are free of charge. Learn how Braille’s remote classes, workshops and services work, here.
- Online Workshops: Click an upcoming event below to register, or you can register for any remote workshop hosted by our other Braille Institute centers by clicking here to view events for all locations.
- Online Winter Classes & Virtual Sessions: For classes, or a “live” session with a Braille Institute instructor or consultant by video or phone call, call 1-800-BRAILLE to schedule.
We will assess resuming in-person classes and services at our physical centers next year by continually monitoring state and county COVID-19 orders. Watch for updates on our website and social media channels.
Contact Info
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| Address: | 2031 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105 |
| Hours: | |
| Monday | 8:30AM-5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30AM-5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30AM-5:00PM |
| Thursday | 8:30AM-5:00PM |
| Friday | 8:30AM-5:00PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Phone: | (805) 682-6222 |
| Fax: | (805) 687-6141 |
| Email: | sb@brailleinstitute.org |
Upcoming Events
Online: Vispero, Empower Independence
Online: Learn if the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) Can Help You
Online: Game Show Happy Hour
Online: Optical Character Recognition Apps
Online: InstaCart
Announcements
Our staff have gathered, and continue to research, helpful community resources and safe activities for our community of visually impaired during COVID19.
- Santa Barbara County 211 Resource Guide
- Mental Health Support: Call 888-868-1649 available 24/7
- MTD Public Bus Transportation: Call 805-963-3366
- Food Banks Santa Barbara County
- For more information download this Santa Barbara Resource Word Document
Programs & Services
Low Vision Consultations
At Braille Institute Santa Barbara Center free one-on-one consultations with Low Vision Rehabilitation Specialists can help determine the correct devices to maximize your remaining vision.
In-Home Services
Our consultants address quality of life changes, kitchen confidence, using technology, and orientation and mobility, focusing on your specific goals, degree of sight loss and home environment.
Classes, Workshops & Events
Lifestyle classes, activities and workshops help adults with sight loss build practical skills, regain independence, learn about the latest in medical development, and foster a sense of community. Individuals may sign up at any time.
Library
Library patrons have access to more than 18,000 magazines, newspapers, and book titles in English and Spanish. We also offer free digital book machine readers, and downloadable books.
Connection Pointe
Through our Connection Pointe technology center, we offer free instruction and demonstrations on all the latest mainstream and adaptive devices.
Youth Program
This program for infants, children and teens, who are blind or visually impaired, creates opportunities to gain life experiences fostering confidence, self-esteem and independence, leading to higher education and employment.
Outreach
Our staff and volunteers are available to give presentations, low vision consultations, lead peer support groups and table at events.
Volunteer
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Braille Institute! We have a wide range of volunteer opportunities. Please call Tracy Alfino, at (805) 898-8319 for more information.
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Tell us how Braille Institute has impacted your life. Email us at mmcox@brailleinstitute.org.