Services for Seniors
Our libraries provide a range of resources and services to meet the needs of seniors and other people in our community with special needs.
The Outreach Services team supply informational, recreational and educational demands to:
- remote users
- housebound residents
- visually impaired people
- people who speak and/or read books in languages other than English and
- people with numeracy and literacy difficulties.
Home Library Service
The Home Library Service provides resources to people who are unable to leave their homes due to illness or disability, or because they are full time carers.
Clients receive a regular delivery of books to their home. If you think you qualify for this service phone us on
3829 8761.
Visually Impaired Resources
Clients who are visually impaired can access a special collection of talking books and magazines.
Library resources are selected for you on a regular basis and can be collected from any mainland branch, including the mobile library. If you think you qualify for this service phone
3829 8761.
Resources available
Reading Edge is a machine that reads books in eight different voices and has selected speeds. Some training is required. This machine is available for use in both the Cleveland and Capalaba library. Bookings are recommended. Phone
3829 8761.
Aladdin Magnifier
The Aladdin Magnifier enables people to read mail or bank statements in privacy. It is available at the Cleveland library.
Videos with subtitles
Videos with subtitles are available for people with a hearing impairment.
Cassette & CD Players
Cassette & CD Players may be borrowed for up to three months. For bookings phone
3829 8761 or
3829 8423.