Resources for People who are Blind, Low-Vision, Deafblind, Print-Disabled
California’s Library Services for People with Print Disabilities, in association with the Library of Congress, provides free Braille and audio books, magazines, and playback equipment to all eligible Californians unable to read standard print.
The Braille Institute Library has provided the Pasadena Public Library with two of their Digital Talking Book Players. Sign up for free library services with the Braille Institute Library or test or take home a digital talking book player out at Hastings Branch or Lamanda Park Branch.
For more information about resources available, visit our online resources guide. Resources found in this guide include information about:
- Changes in your vision? Start here: Vision Support by Braille Institute
- California's Relay Program (Dial 7-1-1 to reach the CA Relay Service)
- Free White Cane Program
- Free Braille books
- A brief Digital Talking Book Player tutorial that also includes more information about the Braille Institute
- Blind Parent mentoring
- Programs designed for blind and low-vision youth including lesson plans, handouts, and activities
- Information about NFB-NEWSLINE and how to apply for an account
Resources for People with Disabilities
This guide is meant to be a starting point towards accessibility for all who use the Pasadena Public Library. We strive to find solutions, remove barriers, and bring access to information and entertainment to any and all folks. In this resource guide you will find:
- A list of our collection of physical and digital materials, kits, services, and programs
- Resources for children and their families
- Sensory Storytime program for preschool age children with autism or sensory challenges
- Information on navigating IEPs
- Resources, booklists, and inclusive programming for people with sensory sensitivities, autism, ADHD
- Information about local organizations, school, resources, and volunteer opportunities
- Book lists - Books on Disability, Disability representation in fiction, and more
This guide also includes information that may be useful to researchers and educators who work in the fields of special education, occupational therapy and/or speech therapy.