2.7 Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, Part 1

<p>When was the last time you visited your local library?</p> <p>For me, it was prior to the pandemic and working full time.</p> <p>Throughout the years, I’ve visited the local library for book, books on tape and videos.</p> <p>Recently I visited the local library for the visually impaired, blind, and print disabled community.</p> <p>Though I knew about the library, I didn’t know about the services for the print disabled and learning disabled dyslexic community being serviced.</p> <p>I recommend you check out the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled for a friend, family member, or for yourself at:</p> <p><a href="https://www.loc.gov/nls/about/eligibility-for-nls-services/talking-books-reading-disabilities/"><strong>https://www.loc.gov/nls/about/eligibility-for-nls-services/talking-books-reading-disabilities/</strong></a></p> <p>Download the application at:</p> <p>"Applications for service are available on <a href="https://www.loc.gov/nls/braille-audio-reading-materials/find-a-local-library/">your local network library website</a> or can be found below (PDFs) for individuals (in English and Spanish) and institutions. Once downloaded and completed, please print out, have it signed by a <a href="https://www.loc.gov/nls/about/faq#q3">certifying authority</a>, and mail to <a href="https://www.loc.gov/nls/braille-audio-reading-materials/find-a-local-library/">your local network library</a>."</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.loc.gov/nls/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ind-App-Eng-508C-04202021.pdf">NLS Application for Free Library Service: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Individuals, in English [PDF: 257 KB / 4 pages]</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.loc.gov/nls/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Spanish_Application_508C.pdf">NLS Application for Free Library Service: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Individuals, in Spanish [PDF: 223 KB / 4 pages]</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.loc.gov/nls/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Institution-Application-06082021.pdf">NLS Application for Free Library Service: Institutions [P