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Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, Inc
Description:
A national educational library for individuals with print-related disabilities. Provides recorded textbooks and educational materials on CD-ROM to anyone who cannot read normal printed material because of a visual, perceptual or physical handicap. Serves K-12th grade, college and postgraduate students, as well as adults needing educational material in relation to their occupation. Volunteers are needed to read and monitor recording and edit electronic text on computers, as well as for other production and office support.Location
Public Transit:
Not necessary for service.
488 West Charleston Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306-4103
37.4113455
-122.1225609
Human Services
Services
Fees:
$65 application fee. $35 annual fee. Institutional memberships for schools available, based on usage.Checks and credit cards accepted.Audience:
Blind, visually impaired, dyslexic, learning disabled or physically disabled persons who have difficulty reading printed materialsEligibility:
Persons with visual or physical impairment, dyslexic or other learning disabilitiesHow to Apply:
Apply by phone, fax, mail or email for kit of application materials and to obtain catalog of titles already recorded.Service Wait Estimate:
No wait.Service Areas:
- Alameda County
- Contra Costa County
- Marin County
- Monterey County
- Nationwide
- San Francisco County
- San Mateo County
- Santa Clara County
- Santa Cruz County
- Sonoma County