Assistive Devices

The Library offers a number of assistive devices for use in the Library. These devices are available free of charge.

Motorized Scooter

motorized scooter
  • Available for ages 16 and up
  • May be reserved up to a week ahead
  • Scooter may not leave the building
  • Available at Customer Services

Wheelchair

wheelchair
 
  • Available at Customer Services

Walker

walker
  • Adjustable walker with seat and basket for materials
  • Available at Customer Services

Optelec Magnifier

Optelec magnifier
  • Low-vision reader
  • No reservations required
  • Located in the nonfiction and reference area
  • Assistance available at Customer Services

Zoom Text

zoom text
  • Enlarges text on the computer screen
  • Available on 2 public computers
  • Ask for assistance at the Computer Help Desk

Teletypewriter (TTY)

  • Patrons using a teletypewriter may call 847-392-1119 for general library information, to request library and interlibrary loan items, and for reference questions.

Assistive Listening

listening device
  • For listening assistance at programs in the Hendrickson Room
  • Wireless
  • Available at the Reception Desk

Talking Books

Call 847-870-3712 to learn more about a free service providing recorded books to those with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Enhanced media
Large print
 
 
 
Audiobooks
 
 
book discussions
Book Disucssions for the visually impairedCall 847-870-3712 to learn more about a book discussion for the visually impaired.