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126 Paddock Street
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815.459.1687
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HOMEBOUND SERVICES
It's free & convenient!
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illness, permanently disabled or a senior who no longer drives, our
Homebound Services program may be the perfect solution. Library staff and
volunteers will work together to deliver materials directly to your home.
For more information, please call Paula Anderson, Outreach Librarian, at
815-459-1687 ext. 7
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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Available in the Library
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Galileo
Reading Machine
Scans printed
material and reads it out loud.
Optelec
Enlarges
books, magazines, letters and photos to assist those with low vision.
JAWS
Software
that reads text out loud from word processing documents or the Internet.
Zoomtext
Software
that magnifies text from word processing documents or the Internet up to
16x the original size.
PocketTalker
This hand-held device focuses and amplifies sound so individuals can enjoy
conversation one-on-one.
FM Sound System
These
portable receivers are tuned in to our programs so you can enjoy our
presenters without missing a word.
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Equipment to Take Home
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Magnifying Lamp
This
lamp has a magnifying glass attached so your hands are free to work on
your projects.
Magnisight
A portable black and white CCTV that enlarges books, magazines and
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