Services for the Blind and Visually-Impaired. The Special Services Department provides applications for the State Library Talking Book Program for persons with vision impairment, physical or learning disabilities making it impossible to read printed books. The department also maintains a small Talking Book deposit collection. The library's general holdings includes an extensive Large Print book collection. A computer with a Braille Printer is available for public use.
Descriptive videos are available for loan.
There are approximately 70 descriptive videos in the collection. These catalogues are available for loan. Videotapes on ADA, and a multi-volume series on both wheelchair skills, and home nursing techniques can also be borrowed. Wheelchairs and a seated walker are located in the Department for use in the library. The Special Services Department also provides an information and referral service to area agencies, schools, individuals and organizations assisting people with disabilities.