Outreach

Delivery to Homebound Patrons:

Community volunteers assist our Outreach Librarian in delivering books, magazines, DVD's, VHS tapes and CD and cassette audio books to patrons who are unable to use the library due to short- or long-term illness or disability. In addition, the Outreach Program brings the library to Huntington Terrace Independent Living, Melville, and to Sunrise Assisted Living, Dix Hills. Our Outreach Program also provides on-site library service to seniors at Paumanack Villages V and VI in Melville.

At the Library:

At our Dix Hills branch:
- visually and learning disabled patrons may use our ZoomText-equipped Internet and word processing computer which magnifies and speaks.
- try our newly upgraded Merlin magnifier/reader.
- a Kurzweil Reader is available for magnification of reading materials.
- we have a Listening Station for CD's and audiocassettes, for use with music or audiobooks. Use our headphones, or bring your own.
Through our interloan program, patrons with visual disabilities may borrow videos which feature full narrative descriptions.
Both library buildings provide access and accommodation for individuals who are physically challenged.

For more information, please email our Outreach Librarian, Catherine Given, at cgiven@suffolk.lib.ny.us or call her at (631) 498-1225.

Outreach Application Form - Use this form to apply for Outreach services and return to the address listed.

Outreach Materials Preference Form - Use this form to let us know what you'd like us to deliver.