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Aging and Disability

Aging and Disability Resources Last Updated: May 14, 2025 10:19 AM

Assistive Technology

The Access Services branch of the Fairfax County Public Library removes barriers to library services for people with disabilities.

The following assistive equipment is available at Access Services. 

Many branches offer assistive equipment. Contact the information desk at your local library branch for additional information.


  • Assisted Listening Devices

Access Services loans portable listening devices for meetings and events. Please call to reserve an assisted listening system two weeks in advance. You must have a valid FCPL library to borrow.

  • Magnifiers

Access Services has magnifiers available for loan. You can contact Access Services at 703-324-8380 or place a hold in the library catalog.

  • myReader2

myReader2 is an auto reader and magnifier, which must be used at Access Services.

  • SARA Scanning and Reading Appliance

A scanner that recognizes text, translates it into speech then reads the text aloud. This device must be used at Access Services.

 

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