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Home Library Service

 
Who is the service for ?
The Home Library Service is for people who are residents of Dudley Borough, who are confined to their own home & who don't have anyone to go to the local library for them. We also provide a service to people in residential homes and day centres. If this sounds like you, read on...

How do I get the service to visit me ?
You can telephone the Home Library Service, leave a message & a member of staff will contact you; or, you can contact your local library & they will pass a message to the Home Library Service; or contact us using our online form. A member of staff will contact you & make an appointment to visit you at home.

Then what happens ?
Important: Check the Library Assistant's identification before letting them in.
The assistant will talk to you about the books & music that you like. They will tell you about the Home Library Service & will also ask for some more information about you. They will also tell you when you can expect your first visit.

What is available ?
You can borrow books (standard or large print or spoken on cassette) & music CD's. Items will be chosen by the staff to reflect your tastes and you may request particular titles & subjects. A range of community information leaflets is also available.

How often do you call ?
We will visit you every four weeks & we leave you with enough items to last you for that period.

What will it cost ?
Nothing ! - The service is completely free of charge to its users.
 
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