Accessibility

accessibilityPikes Peak Library District welcomes the opportunity to serve people of all abilities. If you have ADA questions or concerns, please refer to the ADA tab above. Mobility scooters and wheelchairs are available at the East, Library 21c, and Penrose locations. Please ask staff for assistance.

Sign Language Interpreters/FM Listening System

Please make arrangements for ASL interpreting or use of the FM listening system at least 7 days before library-sponsored programs or meetings by selecting the ADA tab above, and filling out the request form. The FM system is an assistive listening device that can provide amplification for up to four users in study and meeting rooms.

Assistive Technology

Cheyenne Mountain Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

East Library

Assistive technology workstation with the following features:

Hardware

  • Adjustable table and wrist rests
  • Headphones and microphone
  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse
  • Speakers

Software

  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking: Voice recognition program. The user can control the computer by speaking to it.
  • JAWS: Screen reader for blind and low vision users
  • OpenBook and PEARL Camera: Text to speech conversion of print materials
  • ZoomText: Magnifier software
  • the hearing loop at Library 21cHearing Loop: The Community Meeting Room provides a hearing loop to assist individuals with hearing loss. Switch device to T-Coil setting, or ask for portable receivers.
  • MagniSight CCTV: CCTV allows users to magnify and project text to a television screen.
  • Reader Pen (available at staff desk): Compact digital pen scans and reads text aloud for people who have dyslexia, low vision, or those who speak English as a second language.
  • Sorenson Video Relay Service: A videophone allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired to communicate using American Sign Language through video equipment. It replaces TTY or Text Telephone.

Fountain Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse
  • Reader Pen (available at staff desk): Compact digital pen scans and reads text aloud for people who have dyslexia, low vision, or those who speak English as a second language.

High Prairie Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

Library 21c

Assistive technology workstation with the following features:

Hardware

  • Adjustable table and wrist rests
  • Headphones and microphone
  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse
  • Speakers

Software

  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking: Voice recognition program. The user can control the computer by speaking to it.
  • JAWS: Screen reader for blind and low vision users
  • ZoomText: Magnifier software
  • the hearing loop at Library 21cHearing Loop: The Venue provides a hearing loop to assist individuals with hearing loss. Switch device to T-Coil setting, or ask for portable receivers.
  • Sorenson Video Relay Service: A videophone allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired to communicate using American Sign Language through video equipment. It replaces TTY or Text Telephone.

Manitou Springs Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

Monument Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

Old Colorado City Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

Palmer Lake Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

Penrose Library

Assistive technology workstations with the following features:

Hardware

  • Adjustable table and wrist rests
  • Headphones and microphone
  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse
  • Speakers

Software

  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking: Voice recognition program. The user can control the computer by speaking to it.
  • JAWS: Screen reader for blind and low vision users
  • OpenBook and PEARL Camera: Text to speech conversion of print materials
  • ZoomText: Magnifier software
  • the hearing loop at Library 21cHearing Loop: The Columbine Meeting Room provides a hearing loop to assist individuals with hearing loss. Switch device to T-Coil setting, or ask for portable receivers.
  • Reader Pen (available at staff desk): Compact digital pen scans and reads text aloud for people who have dyslexia, low vision, or those who speak English as a second language.
  • Sorenson Video Relay Service: A videophone allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired to communicate using American Sign Language through video equipment. It replaces TTY or Text Telephone.
  • UbiDuo: This device facilitates communication between users who are deaf, hard of hearing or unable to speak.

Rockrimmon Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

Ruth Holley Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

Sand Creek Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse

Ute Pass Library

  • Large-type keyboard
  • Magnifying glass
  • Track ball mouse
 

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