Talking book machines are specially adapted cassette tape or record players for reading recorded books and magazines. Talking book machines are provided for people who are visually impaired or physically disabled.

Talking book machines are available at no charge to individuals, schools, nursing homes, and institutions for people who meet at least one of the following criteria:

• legally blind
• visual disability
• physical disability
• reading disability

To obtain a Talking Book Machine, call the Outreach Department weekdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at 352-4000 ext. 1240.