The Illinois State Library Talking Book & Braille Service (TBBS) provides library service to individuals who are unable to read regular print due to a visual or physical impairment. TBBS serves all of Illinois (outside of the city of Chicago) as part of the state and national network of Talking Book and Braille Service libraries.
Program features:
* Digital audio and braille books and magazines mailed to the patron's home or available for download.
* Easy to use digital players loaned to patrons to listen to talking book materials.
* Service is tax supported, so there's no out-of-pocket expense, even for postage.
* More than 100,000 titles available for adults and children, across all genres including bestsellers and non-fiction.
* Reader Advisors available to assist with ordering books and reading selection.
* BARD Mobile apps to download audio and braille books to iOS, Android, and Kindle devices.
Eligibility Criteria: People who are unable to read or use standard printed material due to a temporary or permanent visual, physical, or reading disability.
Fee Policy: There is no charge for the service.
Intake Process: Applications available upon request or via website.
HOURS: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM