Borrow Materials
Large Print Books
Large print titles are available from all Hillsborough County public libraries.
Described Video
Videos with added audio tracks describing on-screen action are available for the blind and visually impaired.
Video Recordings for the Hearing Impaired
Videos available with subtitles that can be seen with a closed-captioned decoder or with a built-in decoder.
Homebound Books
Book selection and home delivery are available.
Library2Go
Library2Go provides library services to residents who may not be able to visit a library branch. Customers may place holds, check out and return items, and more.
Braille and Talking Book Library
The Florida Bureau of Braille and Talking Books Library in Daytona Beach provides information and reading materials in Braille and recorded audio format to Florida residents who are unable to use standard print as the result of visual, physical, or reading disabilities.
Assistive Technology Available
| Location | JAWS | Dragon Speak | Open Book | ZoomText | Keys-U-See | TOPAZ | VideoEye | FSReader 3.0 | T-Loop | LR-5X00 Receivers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78th Street Community Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | ||||||
| Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | ||||||
| Bloomingdale Regional Public Library | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | |||||||
| Brandon Regional Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Open Book: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | |||||
| Bruton Memorial Library | Keys-U-See: ✔ | |||||||||
| C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | FSReader 3.0✔ | LR-5X00 Receivers✔ | |||||
| Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Open Book: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | TOPAZ: ✔ | |||||
| Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Open Book: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | |||||
| John F. Germany Public Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Open Book: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | VideoEye: ✔ | ||||
| Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | TOPAZ: ✔ | |||||
| New Tampa Regional Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Open Book: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | |||||
| North Tampa Branch Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Open Book: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | TOPAZ: ✔ | ||||
| Port Tampa City Library | JAWS: ✔ | |||||||||
| Riverview Public Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | FSReader 3.0✔ | LR-5X00 Receivers✔ | ||||
| Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | T-Loop: ✔ | ||||||
| Ruskin Branch Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | |||||||
| Seffner-Mango Branch Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | TOPAZ: ✔ | ||||||
| Seminole Heights Branch Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | ||||||
| SouthShore Regional Library | Dragon Speak: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | |||||||
| Temple Terrace Public Library | JAWS: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | ||||||||
| Thonotosassa Branch Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | FSReader 3.0✔ | ||||||
| Town 'N Country Regional Public Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ | Open Book: ✔ | ZoomText: ✔ | Keys-U-See: ✔ | TOPAZ: ✔ | ||||
| West Tampa Branch Library | JAWS: ✔ | Dragon Speak: ✔ |
About
- JAWS is a screen reader compatible with Microsoft Office and web browsers.
- Dragon Speak is speech recognition software.
- Open Book scans, enlarges, and converts text to speech.
- ZoomText enlarges print on the computer screen.
- Keys-U-See keyboards have large print for the visually impaired.
- TOPAZ is a desktop magnifier for printed materials.
- VideoEye is used to enlarge printed text to make reading easier.
- FSReader 3.0 is an extension of JAWS used to enhance the reading experience for the visually impaired.
- T-Loop is a hearing loop connected to a sound system to transmit sound to telecoil-equipped hearing aids.
- LR 5X00 Receivers offers assistive listening users an option for high-performance audio. The integrated neck loop/lanyard improves the listening experience for T-coil users.
Other Assistive Equipment at the SouthShore Regional Library
- The OttLight Illuminator illuminates large text.
- Fresnel Lenses magnify printed text or objects and are larger than regular magnifying glasses.
- For non-ambulatory customers, an Amiga Motorized Cart provides access to the Library's collection.
Other Services
Sign Language Interpreter
Available at any library program with a two-week notice. Contact your local library to schedule.