Braille Institute

Braille Institute Empowering visually impaired people to live fulfilling lives.

Braille Institute provides free assistance, classes and workshops to visually impaired people - remotely online and by phone currently due to the the pandemic - hosted by seven regional centers in Southern California - learn more here: https://brailleinstitute.org/remote-services

Cane Quest SoCal 2026 is just around the corner! Join us for this family-friendly event designed for students from Pre-K...
09/01/2026

Cane Quest SoCal 2026 is just around the corner!

Join us for this family-friendly event designed for students from Pre-K to 12th grade with low or no vision. It's a great opportunity for students to practice their Orientation and Mobility skills, meet new friends, and explore the Los Angeles Zoo!

When: Saturday, October 3 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Where: Los Angeles Zoo

Sign up by Friday, September 11 to join the adventure!

Register today: https://bit.ly/canequest2026

Image Description: Promotional graphic for Cane Quest SoCal 2026, featuring the Cane Quest by Braille Institute logo, the event information, and a photo of a Cane Quest volunteer and participant smiling together at the LA Zoo.

What if your smart speaker could help you find your next book just by listening to your voice?Join us online for a demon...
08/31/2026

What if your smart speaker could help you find your next book just by listening to your voice?

Join us online for a demonstration of the My Talking Books Alexa tool and learn how voice technology can make accessing your BARD books easier and more convenient.

Date: Tuesday, September 8
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 PM PT
Venue: Online

You’ll learn how to sign up for the free tool, discover the words and phrases to use with Alexa to find and play your talking books, and see the skill in action during a live demonstration. Whether you’re new to Alexa or looking for a simpler way to access your favorite books, this session will give you practical tools to get started.

Register via our website today: https://bit.ly/4xeU9dx

Music has a way of bringing people together and telling stories that span generations and cultures.Join master percussio...
08/28/2026

Music has a way of bringing people together and telling stories that span generations and cultures.

Join master percussionist, Louie Cruz Beltran, for an engaging and interactive exploration of the rich traditions behind Afro-Cuban and Mexican rhythms.

Date: Wednesday, September 9
Time: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm PT
Venue: Braille Institute Los Angeles Center

Through live demonstrations, storytelling, humor, and an extraordinary collection of authentic percussion instruments, we’ll discover the history and influence of musical styles like Cumbia, Mambo, Cha Cha, Samba, and more.

Register today to join us: https://bit.ly/4z937u8

When Giselle first came to Braille Institute, she was looking for practical ways to navigate life with low vision. What ...
08/26/2026

When Giselle first came to Braille Institute, she was looking for practical ways to navigate life with low vision.

What she found was something even greater, with new skills, creative opportunities, lasting friendships, and a community where she feels supported every step of the way.

From learning braille and white cane skills to discovering a love for quilting, ceramics, mosaics, and printmaking, Giselle embraced experiences she never imagined possible.

Today, one of the things that stays with her most is the sense of belonging she found along the way.

In her words, “If I didn’t have Braille Institute, I would probably feel like I was stuck at home. It gives me confidence and encouragement. I feel emotionally supported... At Braille Institute, you are accepted for who you are. It’s so important that we can come here to develop skills and to be part of a community.”

Every person's journey is different, but no one has to navigate vision loss alone.

Read Giselle's story on our blog and discover how finding community helped her discover new possibilities: https://bit.ly/3TPnQTJ

Sometimes, staying connected can be as simple as hearing a familiar voice.Braille Institute's FREE Telephone Reader Prog...
08/24/2026

Sometimes, staying connected can be as simple as hearing a familiar voice.

Braille Institute's FREE Telephone Reader Program (TRP) brings newspapers, grocery ads, restaurant menus, Braille Institute updates, radio shows, and more in English or Spanish straight to your phone or computer, with no need for complicated technology.

What makes TRP truly special is the people behind it. Every reading is made by dedicated volunteers whose voices create a warm, personal listening experience that technology can't replace.

Whether you're looking for an accessible way to enjoy the news or hoping to make a meaningful difference by volunteering your voice, there's a place for you in the Telephone Reader Program.

Sign up for TRP as a listener or volunteer and experience the difference a human connection can make: https://www.brailleinstitute.org/library/telephone-reader-program/

We’re proud to celebrate California State Senator Monique Limón, a 2026 Braille Institute Community Hero Award recipient...
08/22/2026

We’re proud to celebrate California State Senator Monique Limón, a 2026 Braille Institute Community Hero Award recipient!

Braille Institute’s Dimitri Kales recently presented Senator Limón with the award in recognition of her longstanding commitment to educational access, inclusion, equity, and support for Californians who are blind or visually impaired.

Her leadership helps advance access to the reading materials, resources, and adaptive services that can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families across California.

Congratulations, Senator Limón, and thank you for being a champion for greater accessibility and opportunity.

Staying active and confident begins with feeling steady on your feet. Balance Boost: Move With Confidence is designed to...
08/21/2026

Staying active and confident begins with feeling steady on your feet.

Balance Boost: Move With Confidence is designed to help participants improve strength and balance, reduce fear of falling, and build confidence through guided movement and community support.

Together, these skills can help people with vision loss maintain independence and feel more confident navigating everyday life.

Join Balance Boost online Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. with live instruction available through Microsoft Teams or Zoom. https://bit.ly/4qiwvdD

Take a step toward greater strength, balance, and confidence.

08/19/2026

Join a special presentation of our Cape Cod National Seashore audio Soundscape episode followed by a discussion and Q&A with Cape Cod National Seashore Ranger Aleutia Scott! 🐚

🗓️ Tuesday, August 25
🕒 3:00 p.m.
📍 Tele-Fun Zoom room

Thanks once again to Braille Institute for partnering with us on this project!

Our Tele-Fun patrons can join via the usual access method and others wishing to be sent the Zoom link may leave a message at the Tele-Fun mailbox by calling 617-972-7272.

Self-care can take many forms, especially when you’re adapting to vision loss. Taking care of your well-being might be a...
08/19/2026

Self-care can take many forms, especially when you’re adapting to vision loss.

Taking care of your well-being might be as simple as practicing mindfulness, getting some movement into your day, or making time to connect with the people who matter most.

At Braille Institute, we know that living well with vision loss is about more than vision. Our programs and resources are designed to support the whole person; helping people build confidence, stay connected, and maintain independence.

This Self-Care Month, take a moment to consider what helps you feel your best.

Thank you for joining us for our 2026 Summer Reading Program with the National Library Service for the Blind and Print ...
08/17/2026

Thank you for joining us for our 2026 Summer Reading Program with the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled! We may have wrapped up this year's program, but the conversations and inspiration continue.
Whether you joined us throughout the summer or are just discovering what the program has to offer, you can still enjoy highlights from this year's events on YouTube and on our website. From engaging author talks to book recommendations and 3-D printed artifacts, there's plenty to explore.

The best part is we keep the learning and community going all year long with free events and programs for readers of all ages.

Connect with Braille Institute Library to enjoy videos from the 2026 Summer Reading Program: https://bit.ly/4wwn63B

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Los Angeles, CA
90029

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