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Library and Research


Libraries for People with Disabilities


State Listings

California

New Sign Jean and Charles Schulz Information Center University Library Sonoma State University Library Services for People with Disabilities will provide equal access to library resources for all currently enrolled SSU students. For people with disabilities, we offer instruction in the use of any adaptive services we provide, and instruction in the use of library online resources. Extensive instruction may require an appointment. We will retrieve materials that are inaccessible. In the case of a need for ongoing or extensive assistance with library materials, please consult Disabled Student Services for additional support, 707-664-2677 (voice); 707-664-2958 (TDD), University Library,Sonoma State University,1801 E. Cotati Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928-3609.

Massachussets

New Sign Reading is Always Accessible at Cape Cod Libraries Cape Cod is proud of how the libraries have responded to the needs of all people, especially providing truly accessible places where one can go and enjoy a hassle-free experience. One of these libraries is the Sturgis Library on Rte. 6A in Barnstable Village. They offer a variety of programs and services for all ages. The phone number is (508) 362-6636.

Wisconsin

New Sign Milwaukee County Federated Library System serves families with special needs and people of all ages and abilities. Through the County Catalog , you can search for books, search community services, and find your library on-line. Your local librarian can help you find information and materials available in a variety of formats: Large Print Books, Braille Books, Audiobooks, E-Books, Big Books, Closed-Caption Videotapes, Assistive Technology Devices (including screen magnifiers,, adaptive keyboards and mice) computers and much more. The Milwaukee Public Library includes Central Library, 12 brances and Mobile Services. For more information call (414) 286-3000 (Voice).

New Sign Wisconsin Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped offers braille and recorded books and playback equipment for those Wisconsin residents who for any physical reason cannot read normal print. For additional information and/or downloadable applications check out the website or contact the Wisconsin Regional Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped

813 West Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233-1436
414/286-3045
800/242-8822 [in-Wisconsin WATS]
414/286-3102 [FAX]
414/286-3548 [TDD]

International

New Sign Library and Information Science: INIST's catalog of Articles and Monographs allows you to search for documents (Journal articles, Journal issues, Books, Reports or Conferences, doctoral dissertations) in their catalog at the Institut de l'Information Scientifique et Technique in France.

New Sign Web Accessible National and Major Libraries of the World comes from the International Federation of Library Association and Institutions. Browse the list to the Library of your choice from around the world.

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