Do I Qualify?

Vision loss services. Low-vision reading tools. Braille books. Audio books for your loved one. Our job is to help increase independence and access. And the list of ways we can help goes on. Becoming a student at Braille Institute is accessible, and qualifying is straightforward. Find out how.

You Qualify If…

You’re losing your vision

You don’t have to be blind to join Braille Institute. When glasses are no longer enough, it’s time to call us.

You live in the U.S.

If you live in Southern or Central California, you can join us in person at one of our seven locations. If you live outside the area, you can join our virtual programs.

You’re of any age

We have vision loss services for kids, youth and teens, adults, and seniors. You can be any age to join Braille Institute.

You’re insured or uninsured

You don’t need health insurance to join. We don’t ask for any proof of insurance.

This is All You Need

You don’t need much to join. You just need a doctor’s referral to Braille Institute. Get this simple form filled out by your doctor. Once you have the form completed, call us to get your enrollment started.

Doctor Referral Form

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Did You Know?

You can find books for all ages in a variety of formats at the Braille Institute Library.

Frequently Asked Questions

These are some questions we are commonly asked. If you have a question and don’t see it below, don’t hesitate to reach out!

What comes next?

Once you have your doctor referral form completed, you can call us to start your onboarding. You’ll speak with an intake specialist, and when you’re in our system, you’ll be ready to start receiving services.

What should I have ready when I call?

Please have your doctor referral form and personal information ready. This includes name, address, and phone number so that we can create your profile and stay in contact.

What if I need help with the referral form?

We can help! Give us a call or visit one of our centers. We can help with anything from printing the form for you to talking with your doctor.

Why do I need a doctor referral to Braille Institute?

The doctor referral form does more than establish your eligibility. It tells us more about your condition, which helps us to know what classes and services can be most helpful to you. The more we know, the better we can help you.

Contact Us

We're here to help answer your questions or address your need.

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Or, call 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553) Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM PT

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