FAIR (Facilitating Access to Information Resources) @ WHPL
Helping people with disabling conditions to access library resources fully, easily, and independently.
To use FAIR equipment, CHECK below to see what is available in each library branch. CALL the location indicated to reserve the equipment in advance or to arrange a time for basic training.
- Low Vision or Vision Loss
- Limited Mobility
- Hearing Loss or Deafness
Assistive technology products and software have been purchased with a grant from the Institute Of Museum and Library Services*, administered by the Connecticut State Library.
All three library buildings, including meeting rooms, are completely wheelchair accessible; elevators service all floors and handicapped parking spaces are available near entrances. Certified service animals, under the direct control of their trainers or owners, are welcome in all library locations.
*IMLS an independent federal agency that grows and sustains a “Nation of Learners” because lifelong learning is critical to success.
Noah Webster Library (Main) 860-561-6990
Bishops Corner Library, 860-561-8212
Faxon Library, 860-561-8201
| Services for People with Low Vision or Vision Loss |
| TOPAZ CCTV desktop magnification system | Noah Webster |
| ZOOMTEXT computer software for magnification | Noah Webster, Bishops Corner, Faxon |
| Hand-held magnifying glasses: 3X, 4X, 5X | Noah Webster, Bishops Corner, Faxon |
| RUBY Hand-held CCTV | Noah Webster, Bishops Corner, Faxon |
| TALKING TYPING TEACHER and Braille Keyboard | Noah Webster |
| Reading Glasses: 1.50, 1.75, 2.00, 2.50 | Noah Webster |
| LARGE PRINT Reader’s Digest and New York Times Large Print Weekly | Noah Webster, Bishops Corner, Faxon |
| Collection of Described DVDs | Noah Webster, Bishops Corner, Faxon |
West Hartford nursing home staff are encouraged to use a two-month loan period to borrow material for their residents, using their own library card.
Services for People with Limited Mobility
| Accessible Workstation | Noah Webster |
| Dragon Naturally Speaking Speech to Text Software | Noah Webster |
| Trackball Mouse | Noah Webster |
| Joystick | Noah Webster |
| Wheelchair | Noah Webster |
| Rolling Walker | Noah Webster, Faxon |
Services for People with Hearing Loss or Deafness
| Email Reference Service | Noah Webster |
| Personal Assistive Hearing Devices | Noah Webster—Meeting Room |
| Collection of signed DVDs | Noah Webster |
| ASL Video Log | Library Website |
| Sign Language Interpreter available for library programs. At least 2 week advance notice required. Email FAIR@westhartfordlibrary.org | Noah Webster, Bishops Corner, Faxon |
Homebound Service
Volunteers deliver library materials free of charge to West Hartford residents who are temporarily or permanently confined to home because of illness, disability or advanced age. You can ask for specific materials or tell the volunteer what types of material you like and they will make selections for you.
Nursing Homes
West Hartford nursing home staff are encouraged to use a 2 month loan period to borrow material for their residents, using their own library card.