Vision Aids
The Library also offers a variety of vision aids for visually
impaired patrons to borrow for extended periods of time.
Such items include: hand-held magnifiers (lighted and unlighted),
and book stands. These can all be found at the
first floor information desk.
If you would like to borrow one of these devices and cannot get to the
library to pick it up, please email
Betsy Kirk or call 291-4497, ext. 3842 to arrange
delivery.
In addition, the second floor now has two aids for visually
impaired patrons to use on-site. The TV type low vision aid
magnifies items up to 65 times using soft touch controls and
auto focus. Patrons can view books, family photos, cards, maps,
etc. in black on white, white on black and vivid color. The TV low-vision
aid sits on an adjustable height table accompanied by a comfortable, armless
chair in order to accommodate those patrons with mobility concerns.
A moveable pole magnifier is also available for patrons to use
on-site.
All the second-floor computers now have the capability of enlarging print -
thereby increasing computer accessibility to those patrons with low vision.
Mobility Aids
Elderly or disabled patrons can use our motorized cart and new
wheelchair to help them move about the library more easily.
These devices are housed in a special niche right next to the
service desk. Just ask the staff for the key to the motorized
cart. They will help retrieve the cart or the wheelchair for
you.
