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GLAS - Glendale Library Adaptive Services

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Services for Library Users with Disabilities

The Glendale Public Library is committed to providing equal access to collections and services. If you or someone you know needs assistance using the Library, one of these services may help.

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Personal Assistance
GLAS Area, Central Library
Workshops
ASL at Library programs - Needs assessment
Adaptive Workstation
Reader Magnifier
Assistive Technology
Library Materials in Accessible Formats
Remote Access to Library Resources
Bookmobile
Map of Central Library

PERSONAL ASSISTANCE AT THE LIBRARY

Library staff at all sites will gladly help you retrieve materials from the shelves, and we will carry your materials to your car.

GLAS - Glendale Library Adaptive Services

This new area of the Central Library brings together services, adaptive equipment, and collections of interest to people with disabilities.
Tables for technology equipment in the GLAS area are electronically height adjustable for wheelchair access. Library staff will demonstrate use of GLAS equipment. Ask for assistance at the Reference Desk.
GLAS is located on the ground floor, north (Harvard Street) side. Click HERE for a map of the Central Library.

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WORKSHOPS - Learn to use computers and the Internet

Our popular "Computer Club for Seniors" teaches the basics of computer use and Web navigation. Sign up in the Library. If you have difficulty getting to the Library to sign up for workshops, please call (818) 548-2027.
These workshops are also available on video and DVD in closed-captioned format.

ASL AT LIBRARY PROGRAMS

The Library is assessing the need for signing at Library programs. Call (818) 548-2042 for information.

ADAPTIVE COMPUTER WORKSTATION IN THE GLAS AREA, CENTRAL LIBRARY

Available by appointment. Please call (818) 548-2027. Features customizable screen displays, and reads screen content aloud. Software includes:

ZoomText - A magnifying program with a screen reader. Adapts to user needs and preferences. Reads aloud scanned-in documents and Web pages.
Ruby Open Book - Use with scanner to read printed matter aloud.
JAWS (Job Access With Speech) - Works with a PC to provide access to today's software applications and the Internet.
Dragon Naturally Speaking - Voice Recognition Software that transforms speech into text.

READER MAGNIFIER

CCTV with magnifier enlarges image of books, magazines, personal mail, handwork, crosswords, etc. on an adjustable reading/working surface.

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN THE GLENDALE FAMILY LEARNING CENTER

Large print keyboards and trackball mice are available for use on Learning Center computers. The Learning Center is located on the Upper Level of the Central Library.
The Learning Center is located on the Upper Level of the Central Library.

LIBRARY MATERIALS IN ACCESSIBLE FORMATS

Visit the audio-visual areas at all Library sites for videos and DVDs of your favorite movies and documentaries. Listen to best-sellers, classics, and non-fiction on audiocassettes and CDs.
The following books and alternate formats are shelved in the GLAS area at Central Library:

"Steady Readers" - Audiocassettes recorded at a 10 - 15% slower rate than standard audiobooks.
Described Videos and DVDs - Specially labeled videos and DVDs contain audible descriptions of scene content.
Large Type Books - Enjoy our large collection of familiar and new titles in larger print.
Braille Talking Books - For use with Braille cassette players.

REMOTE ACCESS TO LIBRARY ONLINE RESOURCES

Search the Library's collection of books and other materials online, and find information in a variety of databases from home or office. Must have current Library borrower's card to place holds or to access most databases.
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