Access Mobile: Providing the vital library link
A service that allows people who would otherwise not be able to access their library service to borrow items is out and about in the county. The access mobile provides a vital link between housebound people and the Lincolnshire Library Service. It is particularly useful for people in rural areas, including those who may be housebound through having a disability or caring responsibilities. Councillor Eddy Poll, Executive Councillor for Cultural Services, said: “The Access Mobile is an important part of Lincolnshire’s library service, particularly benefitting housebound people in rural areas. The extension of the service reflects how well it has been received since the introduction of the scheme earlier this year. “The scheme works alongside existing voluntary book delivery schemes, and ensures that no-one in the county is without access to a library service.” For more information on the access mobile and to check if you are eligible contact the Customer Service Centre on 01522 782010. The Access Mobile Libraries deliver a service for those customers who cannot access the existing mobile library stops. The service is for those who are:- 1. Resident outside of the areas served by the home delivery service. (offered by from some static libraries) AND are 2. Unable to access the mobile library stops because they are housebound. This may be due to the customer having a disability or caring responsibilities. OR are 3. Unable to access the nearest mobile library stop because there is no public or private transport available to reach the stop and walking is not possible due to disability, age or ill health. The access mobile is a MAXUS van, and has been specially adapted to hold up to 3000 books as well as CDs, DVDs and audio books.
