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Whether escaping into a great novel or staying current with popular magazines, the freedom and independence of reading are only a few steps away. This program, from the National Library Service (NLS) and the Library of Congress, provides talking books, audio magazines, and digital talking-book players free of charge.
Any honorably discharged Veteran who is blind, has low vision, or a disability preventing the reading of traditional materials is eligible. Participants choose whether their selected reading materials are delivered by mail, downloaded from the web-based service BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) or through the BARD mobile app for smartphones and tablets. NLS maintains a vast catalog of titles and publications from the latest best-sellers to timeless classics. Plus, Veterans have preferential status in the lending of materials and equipment.
The Braille and Talking Books Program is accomplished through a nationwide network of libraries to serve citizens and Veterans living inside the U.S. or abroad. Applying for this service is easy. Call the National Library Service at 1-888-NLS-READ ( [login to see] ) or visit them on the web below.
Any honorably discharged Veteran who is blind, has low vision, or a disability preventing the reading of traditional materials is eligible. Participants choose whether their selected reading materials are delivered by mail, downloaded from the web-based service BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) or through the BARD mobile app for smartphones and tablets. NLS maintains a vast catalog of titles and publications from the latest best-sellers to timeless classics. Plus, Veterans have preferential status in the lending of materials and equipment.
The Braille and Talking Books Program is accomplished through a nationwide network of libraries to serve citizens and Veterans living inside the U.S. or abroad. Applying for this service is easy. Call the National Library Service at 1-888-NLS-READ ( [login to see] ) or visit them on the web below.
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I get migraines everyday. What are the limitations on vision. Reading gives me headaches as well so I'm just asking if I qualify
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PO2 David Johnson
You should qualify easily. Listening in the dark is a great way to relax and read at the same time. There are titles that are fairly quiet that should be helpful.
The email is: [login to see] . They will help you qualify and send you the application.
The email is: [login to see] . They will help you qualify and send you the application.
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A1C Charles Hagen
I sent an email off to see what they say. I don't know how often I can listen to a book but if my head isn't splitting it's worth a try
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This is a wonderful resource for impaired vision folks. One of my former clients used this service and the one from Lighthouse extensively.
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