Inability to read standard print materials as a result of physical limitations, e.g., paralysis, missing arms or hands, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, etc. Organic dysfunction of sufficient severity as to prevent reading in a normal manner, as certified by a physician. Services are also available to schools, hospitals, nursing homes and other institutions which serve people with qualifying handicaps. The collection numbers about 200,000 items and over 40,000 different titles. Best sellers, romances, mysteries, classics, sports and travel are just a few of the many subject areas to choose from.
Materials are available for adults, young adults and children.
The Regional Library also lends audio-described videos. The machines are equipped to operate at slow speeds to play the discs and cassettes, which are recorded at slower than conventional speeds. Complete recorded instructions are included with the machines. Accessories available on loan include extension levers, remote control units and amplifiers. Patrons who do not wish to select books can have the library select for them based on subject interests.