Accessibility

Accessibility Statement

We want all patrons to have great experiences using our website, services, collections, and building! We know the accessibility standards we meet are just a starting point. If you have a specific request or feedback, we want to know about it! Please contact Gaby Tafolla at 630.458.3334 or email tafolla@addisonlibrary.org to request accommodations or let us know how we are doing. 

Assistive Technology in the Library

• Public computers with assistive technology features
  • "Dictation" (or Speech-to-Type) available in the Sound Studio. Call 630.458.3355 or visit the Sound Studio booking page.
  • Narrator screen reader available on Windows 10 computers
  • Visual adjustments like high contrast, magnifier glass, and Ease of Access available on Windows 10 computers
• Large Print Keyboard available at IT Help Desk
• Free assistive Chrome extensions for the Google Chrome browser. Ask Help Desk staff if you need these installed. 
  • Open Dyslexic - changes website fonts that are easier for those with dyslexia 
  • Visor - screen dimmer, reading aid, and high contrast to help readers see and focus on words
  • Mercury Reader - helps removes ads and distractions to increase a reader's focus
  • Other accessibility extensions
• Wheelchair available at the Guest Services Desk during your visit
• Shopping carts available at the Guest Services Desk to use while browsing for books and materials
• Fidget toys at the Teen and Children Services Desks

Assistive Technology and Tools to Take Home

Our Library of Things collection has a variety of assistive technology and accessibility tools. Below are some examples: 

• C-Pen ReaderPen reads printed text out loud.
• Various magnifiers to enlarge text, including a digital magnifier. 
• Pocketalker Ultra Personal Amplifier increases sounds for the listener and reduces background noise.  
• Memory Kits that support people living with Alzheimer's and other memory conditions
• Circadian Optics Light Therapy for mood and sleep therapy

Services for People with Mobility Disabilities

• Homebound Delivery and visits to living facilities
• Pop-up Library Events in the community for those unable to travel to the Library.
• Wheelchair available at the Guest Services Desk during your visit
• Shopping carts available at the Guest Services Desk to use while browsing for books and materials
• One-on-one appointments and reference help over the phone, via email, and Zoom
• Library programs and presentations available at-home live on Zoom or pre-recorded on YouTube
  • Need internet access or a laptop at home? Request a Wi-Fi hotspot or laptop for homebound delivery. 
• Downloadable e-books, e-audiobooks, and videos are available 24/7 from home.

Services for People with Hearing Disabilities

• Microphone and speaker system set up in the Large Meeting Room for Library programs
• Closed-Captioning available for virtual programs on YouTube
• Pocketalker Ultra Personal Amplifier increases sounds for the listener and reduces background noise. Check it out to take home!  
• Downloadable e-books, e-audiobooks, and videos
  • Cloud Library can adjust audio speed.
  • Overdrive/Libby can adjust audio speed.
  • Hoopla has closed captioning and can adjust audio speed.
  • Axis360 can adjust audio speed.

Services for People with Visual Disabilities 

• Large Print books available for check out
• Books on CD and Playaways
• Downloadable e-books, e-audiobooks, and videos 
  • Cloud Library on iOS devices can adjust font size, change display color, and has text-to-speech.
  • Overdrive/Libby has dyslexic font, can adjust font size, adjusts appearance and color contrast, and zooms into fixed layouts (example: magazines).
  • Flipster has text-to-speech and can adjust font.
  • Hoopla has a dyslexic font and can adjust font size.
  • Axis360 can adjust font size, change color, and has a dyslexic font.
  • TumbleBooks works with a screen reader. Many books are available in large print or with image descriptions. 

Resources in the Area

Need help finding resources and services in the community? Request an appointment with our Social Services Coordinator. 

• Illinois' Talking Book and Braille Services: Provides audio and braille books by mail or digital download to Illinois residents.
• Spectrios Institute of Low Vision: Provides services for individuals with low vision including exams, occupational therapy, and rehabilitation services. 
• Friedman Place: A nonprofit Supportive Living Community for adults who are blind. 
• NEDSRA: The Northeast DuPage Special Recreation Association provides recreational and social programs to individuals with disabilities.
• DuPage County's Senior Services: Provides programs that help independent lifestyles and has information on other benefits for seniors. 
• Chicago Hearing Society: Provides ASL interpreters, classes to learn ASL, help finding assistive technology, and social services.
• Ray Graham:  Provides services to people with disabilities. 

Accessibility and ADA Rights

• Illinois Attorney General's information on Disability Rights
• A Guide to Disability Rights and ADA
• US Department of Labor's information on ADA