accessibility
aids
Home Delivery
We can bring the library to your front door! Who is eligible? Non-drivers and those who cannot take the bus, such as:
- Seniors
- Those with disabilities
- Home-bound due to injury or illness
- Limited social contact due to chronic medical conditions or immunocompromised
- Must live in Pekin Public Library taxing area
What gets delivered?
- Most library materials
- 3-15 items per month
- Staff selections based on your interests
- Specific items on request, if available
How does this work?
- Fill out this online form OR print and return: Homebound Delivery Application
- Once form is received, we will call you with all the details
- Volunteers deliver to your home on the first Tuesday of every month
- No charge for this service
Mobility Aids
A wheeled walker is available for use and can be picked from the Friends of the Library book sale area just inside the building entrance. Ask at the Information Desk for a wheelchair if needed for assistance getting around the building.
Low Vision Services
Low Vision Equipment for in library use:
- Desktop Electronic Video Magnifier
- SuperBright LED Dimmable Magnifier Table Lamp
- Magnifying Floor Lamp
Large Print Books
When print is just too small, try the Large Print book collection of fiction, mysteries, inspirational fiction, westerns, and non-fiction books (Adult Services)
Audiobooks
CD and Playaways for young readers to adults. Large selection of fiction, mystery, inspirational fiction, young adult, juvenile and non-fiction audio-books.
Digital
Digital books from Libby and Boundless allow font size changes for easier reading on your computer, e-reader, phone or tablet. Apps also provide access to audio-books. How to get started
Talking Books Delivery Service
Illinois Talking Books Outreach Center provides a player and digitally recorded books at no charge, delivered to your home once a month. Anyone unable to read standard print due to a visual or physical disability is eligible. Books, magazines, and braille materials are all included with this service. www.illinoistalkingbooks.orgDeaf/Hard of Hearing
Assistive listening devices/hearing loops are available for those attending programs in the Community Room or Conference Room where speakers are used. Please ask at the Information Desk.
Learning, Cognitive, or Developmental Disabilities
Children of all abilities—whether neurotypical or not—are welcome at all of our programs.