Bookshare provides individuals with visual impairments with access to books, textbooks and periodicals. These materials are available in enhanced visual format and in audio formats, often for free for qualifying individuals. A print disability is required. Organizational memberships are also available. The growing program fills a unique need for college students, including returning veterans.
The Bookshare program exists under an exception to the U.S. Copyright Law (vs. disability or education law). The library of over 125,000 titles are often scanned or read by volunteers. Many volunteers are distant from the Palo Alto headquarters. At this time, the program is partially funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs.
Bookshare is celebrating its 10th year in business. The Palo Alto Weekly published a program description in March 2012.
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