Unable to read or use standard printed materials as a result of physical limitations. Organic dysfunction of sufficient severity to prevent reading printed materials in a normal manner. Service can be provided on a temporary or permanent basis. If an individual moves out of the Washtenaw County LBPD s service area, the service is transferred to the appropriate NLS cooperating library. Service to schools is provided directly from the Library of Michigan Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped.
Public libraries are eligible to receive large print rotating collections.
Display and demonstration collections are also available. NLS administers the federal law under which the Library of Michigan Network operates. In the case of reading disability from organic dysfunction, competent authority is defined as doctors of medicine or osteopathy ONLY, who may consult with colleagues in associated disciplines. Once the application has been received and approved by the Library, the prospective applicant is contacted by telephone to discuss the service and to answer questions. Materials are generally mailed out to new consumers although consumers are encouraged to come into the library to meet the staff and to learn how to operate equipment.