CRIS Radios
Provided by Chicagoland Radio Information Service, CRIS radios are single frequency pre-tuned radios through which verbatim readings of newspapers and magazines can be heard during predetermined time slots.  If you or someone you know has a visual or physical impairment that makes reading traditional print sources difficult, stop by the Adult Reference Desk to find out more. 

Voices of Vision
Individuals who have difficulty reading traditional print sources due to visual or physical impairments can sign up in Adult Services for the federally sponsored Voices of Vision program.  This service provides, free of charge, the loan of a cassette player and taped books that are mailed directly to your home. 

Homebound Delivery
Elk Grove Village residents who are unable to visit the library on a long-term basis due to a physical impairment or unusual circumstances can request that materials be delivered to their home by a library staff member. 

Sign Language Interpreter
A sign language interpreter will be made available at the library upon request.  Patrons must contact the library at least seven days in advance. 

Motorized Scooter
A battery-powered scooter is available for use in the library for those individuals in need of ambulatory assistance. 

Magnifier
Individuals with low vision who have difficulty reading standard size print can use our Optelec machine.  This machine magnifies printed material of all types on a large monitor. 

Large Screen Computer Monitor
Individuals with visual impairments can access to our online catalog through a large screen monitor that enlarges text. 

TDD Machine
The library provides telephone service to those with hearing disabilities through a TDD machine.  Call (847) 439-0865.

Revised:  8/16/2007