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Live Well with Low VisionBraille Institute provides free programs and services

for people who are visually impaired or blind

Spring 2019 Session

Orange County

Transforming Lives

New Anaheim Center Now Open!

Maximize Your Vision

Our Braille Institute Low Vision Rehabilitation Specialist provides free low vision rehabilitation services at our centers, in your home, or in your community.

• Learn strategies to cope with sight loss

• Benefit from one-on-one assistance with independent living skills

• Sign up to receive an easy to use, talking book machine and electronic downloads of audio books, magazines, and newspapers

• Learn about adaptive and mainstream technology (i.e. computers, iPhones, Androids, iPads, Kindles, and other devices)

• Sample adaptive products (i.e. hand-held magnifiers, talking watches, printing guides, and large print materials)

Free Low Vision Services

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 714-821-5000 or visit BrailleInstitute.org

Nuestro centro cuenta con programas gratuitos y servicios ofrecidos en español, gracias a nuestros

empleados bilingües. ¡Llámanos!

Braille Institute Library Services can bring the joy of reading back to those who have low or no vision, all free through the Library of Congress’ National Library Service.

Register to receive:

• A free, easy-to-use talking book machine

• Access to thousands of free book titles from bests to classics

We also offer instruction on our BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) service that allows access to almost 50,000 audio books and magazines from your home computer, smart phone, tablet, or e-reader.

Free Hands-On Demonstrations & Technology Training Classes For Youth And Adults

The following are devices available:

• iPhones and iPads

• Android devices and tablets

• Magnifying Devices

For an appointment call 714-821-5000. Classes or individual instruction!

Library Services

Learning Resource Lab

Free In-Home Services

By focusing on each person’s specific goals, degree of sight loss & home environment, consultants address:

• Quality of life changes resulting from vision loss• Kitchen confidence and safety• Marking/labeling• Using technology• Orientation and mobility (getting around the community)• Low vision services (selecting the right magnification device)

Caregivers and family members are a welcome part of this program. Many techniques are designed to help family and friends understand the continued capability of their loved ones. With simple solutions, people of all ages with vision loss can continue to live safely and independently in their homes and communities.

Rollover Your IRA

By rolling over all or part of your IRA’s “required minimum distribution” (“RMD”) to Braille Institute, you can help reduce

your tax bill while helping us serve thousands of folks in need!

If you are 70 or older, you can make a gift of up to $100,000 from your IRA to help further our mission. Contact your IRA administrator to get started with your gift. While you will not receive an income tax deduction, you will not pay taxes on any distributions made to us, reducing your tax burden even if

you do not itemize!

As always, you may designate your contribution to the location or program of your choice!

Call our Philanthropy Department today to learn more: at 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553), Ext. 1256

This information is not intended as tax, legal, or financial advice. Consult your personal financial advisor for information specific to your situation.

• Pay no income tax on your gift

• Help support people with vision loss

• Build your charitable legacy

Anaheim Schedule of Classes

527 N. Dale Ave, Anaheim, 92801Sign up with Students Services or call 714-821-5000.

The Spring term runs from April 29 – August 16, 2019

MONDAY

9:30am – 11:00am

Braille Reading/Writing

GPS With iPhone 5/6 - 6/17

Women Support Group

Exercise for Health 9:30am - 11:30am

Beginning Ceramics 4/29 - 7/1

Beginning Ceramics Independent Studio 7/8 - 8/12

Diabetic Cooking 4/29 - 6/17

Soups & Salads 6/24 - 8/12

Bowling

Profiles of Famous People

11:15am – 12:30pm

Braille Lab

Computer Lab

Introduction Android Talkback 4/29 - 6/17

Be Informed. Latest VI News

12:30pm – 2:15pm


Keyboarding

Young Adult Support Group

Great Debate

Intermediate Ceramics 4/29 - 7/1

Intermediate Ceramics Independent Studio 7/8 - 8/12

Basic Cooking

Daily Living Skills W/Tech 4/29 - 6/17 & 6/24 - 8/12

TUESDAY

9:30am – 11:15am


Keyboarding

Victor Reader 4/30 - 6/4

Beginning Guitar

Salsa Dancing

Mosaic Design 1 4/30 - 6/18


Psychology Lite 6/25 - 7/23

Summer Time Desserts 4/30 - 6/18

Soups and Salads 6/25 – 8/13

Home Management 4/30 - 6/18 & 6/25 - 8/13

11:15am – 12:30pm

Braille Lab

Computer Lab

Current Events

12:30pm – 2:15pm


Navigating the Internet with JAWS 4/30 - 6/4

Navigating Outlook Email with JAWS 6/11 - 7/9

Using JAWS to transfer files onto flash drive 7/16 - 8/13

Laughing Yoga

Longevity Stick



Basic Cooking

Beginning Guitar

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VolunteersMake a Difference!

WEDNESDAY

9:30am – 11:15am


iPhone VoiceOver for Beginners 5/1 - 6/5

iPhone VoiceOver with Camera Applications 6/12 - 7/10

iPhone VoiceOver Exploring Applications 7/17 - 8/14

Sensory Awareness

Scrabble

Exercise for Health 9:30am-11:30am

Basic Cooking

11:15am – 12:30pm

Braille Lab

Computer Lab

Rights & Resources 5/1 - 6/19

The Joy of Aging

TUESDAY - CONT.

2:15pm – 3:45pm

Braille Lab

Zoomtext Fusion Essentials 4/30 - 6/4

Zoomtext Fusion, Let’s navigate the internet 6/11 - 7/9

Zoomtext Fusion, Let’s create a Travel Brochure 7/16 - 8/13

Sensory Awareness

iPhone VoiceOver for Beginners 4/30 - 6/04

iPhone VoiceOver with Camera Applications 6/11 - 7/09

iPhone VoiceOver exploring applications 7/16 - 8/13

Beginning Knitting 5/21 - 6/25

Centennial Art Project Workshop 7/2 - 7/30


WEDNESDAY - CONT.

12:30pm – 2:15pm


Zoomtext Fusion Essentials 5/1 - 6/5

Navigating the Internet with Zoomtext Fusion 6/12 - 7/10

Create a travel brochure using Zoomtext Fusion and Microsoft Word 7/17 - 8/14

Book Club

Zumba/Line Dancing

Digital Painting & Photography 5/1 - 6/5

Acrylic Painting & Photographic Collage 6/12 - 7/31

Summer Time Desserts 5/1 - 6/19

Soups & Salads 6/26 - 8/14


Walk for Health

2:15pm – 3:45pm

Braille Lab

JAWS Essentials 5/1 - 6/5

JAWS & Gmail 6/12 - 7/10

JAWS & Microsoft Word 7/17 - 8/14

Creative & Expressive Storytelling 6/12 - 8/14

Home Management 5/1 - 6/19 & 6/26 - 8/14

THURSDAY

9:30am – 11:15am


JAWS Essentials 5/2 - 6/6

JAWS & Gmail 6/13 - 7/11

JAWS & Microsoft Word 7/18 - 8/15

Sensory Awareness Spanish

Making Sense of Science

Exercise for Health

Beginning Ceramics 5/2 - 7/4

Beginning Ceramics Independent Studio 7/11 - 8/15

Basic Cooking

11:15am – 12:30pm

Braille Lab

Computer Lab

Living with Vision Loss

Smart Money Management Tips & Tricks 5/9 - 6/6

Consejos & trucos para manejar el dinero inteligentemente 6/13 - 7/18

12:30pm – 2:15pm


Clase de Teclado

Sensory Awareness

Conversational Spanish

Music Appreciation

Healthy Lifestyles 5/2 - 6/20

Diabetic Management 6/27 - 8/15

2:15pm – 3:45pm

Braille Lab

Computer Lab

Victor Reader 5/2 - 6/13

Beginning Print Making 5/02 - 6/20

Printmaking Independent Studio 7/11 - 8/15

Manejo del Hogar 5/2 - 6/20 & 6/27 - 8/15

FRIDAY

9:30am – 11:15am

Lectura y Escritura en Braille

iPhone VoiceOver for Beginners En Español 5/3 - 6/7

iPhone VoiceOver with Camera Applications En Español 6/14 - 7/12

iPhone VoiceOver exploring applications En Español

Self Defense 10:00am – 11:00am

Cocina para Diabéticos 5/3 - 6/21 & 6/28 - 8/16

Men’s Group

11:15am – 12:30pm

Braille Lab

Computer Lab

Habilidades de la Vida Diaria con Tecnologia 5/3 - 6/21 & 6/28 - 8/16

12:30pm – 2:15pm


Clase de Teclado

Active Adults Group

Yoga

2:15pm – 3:45pm

Braille Lab

Computer Lab

Rights & Resources 5/31 - 7/19

TV Apple 6/14 - 6/21

Bocinas Inteligentes 7/12 - 7/26

Digital Painting & Photography 5/3 - 6/21

Acrylic Painting & Photographic Collage 6/28 - 8/2

Free Classes*

*unless specified

Laguna Hills Schedule of Classes

24411 Ridge Rte Dr #110, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 Sign up with Students Services or call 949-330-5062.

Monday10:00am – 11:30am

Sensory Awareness

1:00pm – 2:30pm

Wisdom of the Perennials - (Discussion Group)

Tuesday 10:00am – 11:30am

Gizmos & Gadgets (8 weeks)

Rights & Resources (6 weeks)

UVL Seminar

1:00pm – 2:30pm

Weekly Support Group

Cooking without Looking (8 weeks) - ($10 Fee)

Wednesday9:30am – 11:30am

Knitting & Crocheting

Thursday10:00am – 11:30am

Braille Reading & Writing

1:00pm – 2:30pm

Technology/Library Workshops - (Reference Workshop List)

Friday10:00am – 11:30am

Better Living Series Workshop - (Reference Workshop List)

1:00pm – 2:30pm

Braille Reading & Writing

Better Living Workshops

Fridays | 10:00am

May 3 - Task Lighting Class - Part 1

May 10 - Task Lighting Class - Part 2

May 17 - Make Technology Work For You! - Workshop

May 24 - Home Safety & Fall Prevention Class - Part 1

May 31 - Home Safety & Fall Prevention Class - Part 2

May 28 - Understanding Vision Loss Seminar - Tuesday at 10am

June 7 - Mixed Media Art Class #1




June 25 - Understanding Vision Loss Seminar - Tuesday at 10am

July 5 - Learn Your Way Around Town With GPS Class – Part 1

July 12 - Learn Your Way Around Town With Lyft Class – Part 2

July 19 - Learn About Guide Dogs For The Blind Class - Workshop

July 26 - Learn Your Way Around Town With Uber Class - Part 3

July 30 - Understanding Vision Loss Seminar - Tuesday at 10am

Aug. 2 - Getting Around Town & Discovering The World Class - Part 4

Aug. 9 - Know Your Options When Managing Your Health Class - Part 1

Aug. 16 - Know Your Options When Managing Your Health Class - Part 2

Technology/Library Workshops

Thursdays | 1:00pm

May 9 - What Is New In The Library? Workshop

May 23 - What Is The Amazon Echo Voice Assistant? Workshop

June 6 - Phone Applications To Identify Your Surroundings Class - Part 1

June 20 - Phone Applications To Identify Your Surroundings Class - Part 2

July 18 - Best Apps For Your Smart Cellphone Class - Part 1

Aug. 8 - Best Apps For Your Smart Cellphone Class - Part 2

Aug. 15 - Best Gadgetz That Convert Text To Speech Class - Part 3

Information about these, or other valuable workshops, seminars and special activities may be found in the weekly announcements,

or by visiting our website www.brailleinstitute.org.

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