Getting started For new CELA member libraries, or for library staff who just want a refresher, learn the basics of offering CELA services at your library. Service agreement (Word) CELA at your library (PDF) Getting started Member libraries Statistics
Training CELA offers learning paths to provide library staff and professionals with the knowledge and resources to welcome and support your patrons with print disabilities. Sign up for a webinar or event Recorded webinars and videos DAISY guide for member libraries (Word file) Resources from webinars and presentations All about reading disabilities - dyslexia-related book titles and decodable book publishers Notes from ‘Making Book Clubs Accessible for All’ Webinar (Word file)
Outreach resources Find ideas and tools to reach new patrons and promote your public library's accessible services, including CELA service. Best practices for outreach with persons with disabilities, including guidance on language and accessibility. Community outreach toolkit with website and social media content and community contact tools and ideas Organizations and venues for your outreach activities Printed promotional materials
Accessible books for your library Make a wide variety of accessible materials available for your patrons with print disabilities right in your library. Accessing books for your patrons Deposit collection of CDs NEW Envoy Connect for libraries Direct to player for libraries Latest CELA Titles – Printable List December 2023 & January 2024 (Word document)
Library programs Offer reading materials in accessible formats for all your library programs: Book clubs and community reading programs Summer reading clubs for kids TD Summer Reading Club Accessibility Award