Patrons may also use the CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICE to call the library. (1-800-735-2929 TTY,1-800-735-2922 Voice, or just dial 711) Callers are connected to an operator who, using a TTY, can transmit spoken words to a recipient with a TTY, or visa-versa. There is also Speech to Speech, or STS, a form of Relay Services that provides Communications Assistants (CAs) for people with speech disabilities who have difficulty being understood on the phone. (1-800-854-7784, or 711)

There is a PUBLIC PAY TTY in the Main Library's lobby, on the first floor. There is also one at the Rockridge branch.

An annual DEAF CULTURE CELEBRATION is held, usually a reading by local Deaf writers/ performers/ storytellers.

CAPTIONED VIDEOS were earlier labeled on the spine. This is no longer done because all commercial videos now are captioned.

A PHONIC EAR listening assistive system is available for use at library-sponsored programs, with 5 working days advance notice. This is for the hard of hearing.

SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS or REAL-TIME CAPTIONING are available also for library-sponsored programs, with 5 working days advance notice.

ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY STATION at the Main Library is in the "Kurzweil Room" across from the circulation desk. To schedule training on any of the technologies (except JAWS),
call Lynne Cutler at voicemail 238-4974. Workstations include sit-stand tables, JAWS, ZoomText, Kurzweil 1000 and 3000, Internet, word processing, and library catalogs. After training, sign up in the SBSS section to use the computer, or call 238-3138. (IF the computer is not being used, you can sign up when you arrive, but there is no guarantee that it will be available.)

These workstations are also at four branches: DIMOND, EASTMONT, ROCKRIDGE, and WEST. Call each branch individually about training.

JAWS is a screen reader, reading aloud information from the computer screen. Ask for a list of available off-site training.

ZOOMTEXT is a magnification and reading software, magnifying and reading information from the computer screen.

KURZWEIL 1000 READING MACHINE reads printed matter aloud to users who are unable to read conventional print due to vision or learning disabilities. This also reads in Spanish, French, Russian, German or Italian.

KURZWEIL 3000 is a reading program for people with learning disabilities. This machine scans a text or the Internet and reads it aloud at the same time as it displays it on the monitor. It includes a dictionary and many study aids. It also will scan and read in other languages.

WYNN (What You Need Now) is a similar reading program on computer for those with learning disabilities. It is in the Children's Room at the Main Library. Call 238-3615 for training.

The Library owns AUDIO TUTORIALS to teach blind and low-vision users how to use computers, word processing, and the Internet. They are in the Kurzweil room at the Main Library.

A Perkins Brailler, a BRAILLE TYPEWRITER, is available for public use at the Main Library. Call 238-4974 to schedule use.

A BRAILLE THERMOFORM machine is also available. This copies Braille to Braille, like a Xerox copy machine. Call 238-4974 to schedule use.

VIDEO MAGNIFIERS (CCTVs) are available at the Main Library in the Art, Music, History & Literature Section, and at the four branches. Printed material and objects can be placed under a camera and the magnified image is displayed on a television screen or computer monitor.

Catalogs and applications to borrow free recorded and Braille materials from the CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY BRAILLE AND TALKING BOOK LIBRARY are in the Art, Music, History and Literature and Section, and at each branch.

The library owns many DESCRIPTIVE VIDEOS. These are for people who are blind or who have low vision. A narrative description of the action has been inserted into the original soundtrack and picture. Unlike other videos, these go out for three weeks and can be reserved and sent to any branch.

A LIST OF THE TITLES OF THE LIBRARY'S BOOKS ON TAPE is available in Braille.

There is a collection of books in LARGE TYPE.

The Library offers E-ANSWERS SERVICE, an easy way to get brief answers to factual questions via e-mail. This service can be found on the library's web site.

The library has many BOOKS AND MAGAZINES relating
to disabilities. Some magazines are Silent News, HiP Magazine (for deaf and hard of hearing children), DCARA Journal, Braille Forum, Braille Monitor. Matilda Ziegler Magazine for the Blind and Choice Magazine are on audiotapes which may be checked out from AMHL.

The library owns several BI-FOLKAL KITS. These are used by activity directors to evoke memories in older adults.

The BOOKMOBILE serves senior retirement homes and convalescent hospitals. They don't visit individual homes, but individuals near their scheduled stops can go there. Call 238-6718 for a schedule or check the library's web site.

The library offers EXTENDED SERVICES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES. This includes expanded circulation parameters. See the Extended Services description and application. These applications are also available in Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Braille and audiotape versions.

The WEB SITE for OAKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY is www.oaklandlibrary.org

Please feel free to call LYNNE CUTLER, Disability Services
Advocate, 238-4974 with any questions, concerns, or
suggestions.

This flier is also available in Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Braille and audiotape versions

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