Braille solutions available locally

Mobile Solutions, a specialized van that brings Braille Institute’s programs and services to people who are not able to travel to the Santa Barbara Regional Center, will make a local stop from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fri., April 2 at Goebel Senior Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks.

The van is equipped with high-powered magnifiers, closed-circuit televisions and other adaptive equipment to help maximize remaining vision. The van also features display areas where clients may purchase some of the items available at Braille Institute’s Vistas Store, such as adaptive kitchen utensils and talking watches.

Potential clients also can receive free low-vision consultations, and learn more about Braille Institute’s Library Services. Qualified patrons can sign up "on the spot" to begin receiving talking books "almost immediately."

For more information on the Mobile Solutions van, please call the Braille Institute at (805) 682-6222.