Accessibility


Accessibility

Greenwich Library offers a friendly and accommodating environment to all of our patrons. Among our mission goals is to provide resources, services and technology to promote accessibility to all members of the library community. We are committed to providing equal access to services and collections within the Library.

Did you know that in addition to many assistive technologies and accessibility services listed below, that Greenwich Library also has devices to magnify/reduce print on books and documents as well as a wheelchair, walker, and electric 4-Wheel Scooter for in-Library use? Go to our welcome desk to inquire about and use them!

If you are attending a program in our Berkley or Black Box Theaters, we have assistive listening devices for in person programs when microphones or audio are used.  You can inquire with event staff to utilize one!

Ask an ADA Librarian

We can provide answers to questions about accessibility policies and procedures. Reach out to ADA Librarian Ed by:

Phone: (203) 622-7918

Email: emorrissey@greenwichlibrary.org

Book Van

Greenwich Library’s Book Van provides delivery and pick-up service to the following senior residences in Greenwich:

  • Hill House
  • The Mews
  • Nathaniel Witherell
  • Parsonage Cottage
  • Quarry Knoll

Deliveries are made every two weeks. Greenwich Library Lending Staff select and deliver a variety of materials to cardholders via the Book Van. These include large print books, paperbacks, world language books, audiobooks, CDs, as well as DVDs. Sign up by calling (203) 625 6524.

The Book Van was a generous gift from The Friends of Greenwich Library.

White van with book van logo on the side

Career & Employment

Browse selected ADA web resources related to careers and employment.

Homebound Services

The Greenwich Library Homebound Delivery Service is available to Greenwich Residents who are physically unable to visit Greenwich Library and its branches.

Greenwich Residents who wish to have their materials mailed to them at home are asked to submit a letter from a doctor, nurse, or social worker stating that the individual is unable to visit Greenwich Library in person.

The materials are sent via U.S. mail with extra mailing pre-paid envelopes for returns. For information call (203) 625-6524.

Library for the Print Disabled

Audiobooks

Digital Library

Large Print Books

National Library Service for The Blind and Print Disabled

National Library Service (NLS) is a free braille and talking book library service for people with temporary or permanent low vision, blindness, or a physical, perceptual, or reading disability that prevents them from using regular print materials. Through a national network of cooperating libraries, NLS circulates books and magazines in braille or audio formats, that are instantly downloadable to a personal device or delivered by mail free of charge. 

Next Chapter Book Club

The Next Chapter Book Club offers people with developmental disabilities (DD) to read and learn together, talk about books, and make friends in a relaxed, community setting. The club meets for book discussions, as well as occasional field trips. We are currently looking for new members. Contact Emorrissey@greenwichlibrary.org with any questions or interest.

Accessibility

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