Florida Outreach Center for the Blind
Address
2315 South Congress Avenue
Palm Springs, FL 33406
(561) 642-0005
AKA:
FOCB
Description:
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. is a nonprofit organization/training facility where
all of our programs are FREE to the blind and visually impaired. Classes/training are
available in English, Spanish, Creole and French. Through the skills learned at the center,
individuals become more independent, enjoy a better quality of life, and are able to utilize
community resources, pursue an education, and choose a career path. A few of the things
we offer:
!¢ Braille classes
!¢ Classes to learn computers, cell phones, apps and assisted technology
!¢ Independent & daily living skills, including cooking/using appliances
!¢ Mobility training
!¢ Low vision, optical, & non-optical devices training
!¢ Virtual & in-person workshops
!¢ Outreach programs for seniors
!¢ A reading library with audible books
!¢ Peer support & advisory support groups
!¢ Arts & crafts classes
!¢ Leisure time activities & field trips
!¢ Kids! Club for blind children & their families
!¢ Serving as a liaison between clients/students & other agencies
!¢ Self-advocacy training
!¢ On-site store with visual aids
!¢ Equipment loan program
Like us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/FOCBInc/
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlaOutreachCtr
Watch us on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPBDXBkfxEQ
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday / 9 am-4 pm; Thursday Outreach Programs
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resources
Date of Official Change:
February 12, 2024
Employer ID:
550827232
Year Incorporated:
2003
Address Listings
Mailing
2315 S Congress Ave
Palm Springs, FL 33406
Physical (Primary)
2315 South Congress Avenue
Palm Springs, FL 33406
Contacts
Carolyn Lapp
Phone Numbers
MAIN PHONE
(561) 642-0005
Fax
(877) 791-8413
Legal Status:
Private, Non-Profit
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