Mobile Solutions, a specialized van equipped with programs and services of the Braille Institute, will make two stops in Simi Valley in May: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mon., May 1 at Clarion Commons, 5300 E. Los Angeles Ave., and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mon., May 8 at Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. Visitors may receive free

lowvision consultations by appointment only and can also learn about the institute's library services. Qualified patrons can sign up to begin receiving talking books almost immediately.

The van is equipped with high-powered magnifiers, closed-circuit televisions and other adaptive equipment to help maximize remaining vision.

Visitors can also purchase items from the institute's Vistas store, such as adaptive kitchen utensils and talking watches.

For more information on the van or to make a consultation appointment, please call (805) 682-6222.

Braille Institute is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to eliminate blindness and severe sight loss. Its services are free of charge due to donations. For more information, go to www.brailleinstitute.org.