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| ASSISTIVE LISTENING SYSTEM- an auditory device that helps those with hearing loss to enjoy program presentations.
Available in the Community Rooms in both library buildings.
AUDIOBOOKS-a variety of fiction and non-fiction books are available on cassette, facilitating the reading experience for those that may have difficulty reading or handling a book.
Available in the Media Center in both library buildings. BRAILLE CHILDREN’S BOOKS- Braille overlays are included in these print books for children. Available in the Children’s Room in both library buildings DESCRIPTIVE VIDEOS- a collection of popular video titles with a descriptive audio track for people who are visually impaired or blind HOMEBOUND SERVICES- library materials can be delivered directly to a patron’s home when health concerns prevent them from visiting the library. Available through the East Northport Library LARGE PRINT BOOKS-fiction and non-fiction titles printed in a larger type size are available for those that have difficulty reading smaller print. Available in the Main Reading Room in both library buildings SARA- stands for Scanning And Reading Appliance. SARA can be used to read printed materials, or to listen to Talking Books* or books on CD. Originally designed for those with low vision or vision disability, SARA can also be of use to those studying ESL or individuals with learning disabilities. The appliance works by scanning a printed page, displaying large print text on a computer screen, and reading that text aloud to the user. Located in the Art Mezzanine in Northport. TACTILE PICTURE BOOKS- Children’s books with raised illustrations. TALKING BOOKS LOAN PROGRAM- a nationwide loaning program that delivers recorded books and the equipment to listen to them directly to the patron’s home. Available through the Suffolk County Library System. TELESENSORY READING MAGNIFIER- a magnifying device that allows patrons with visual disabilities to read documents or write correspondence. Located in the Art Mezzanine in Northport. TTY/FAX- a TTY (Text Telephone) machine is connected to the public fax machine, aiding those with hearing loss in sending a fax. ZOOM TEXT- software program that magnifies images on a computer screen, facilitating the use of a computer for those with visual impairments. Available on an Internet Station in the Main Reading Room in both library buildings. |
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