Accessibility
The San José Public Library is committed to taking all reasonable steps to provide access to all members of the community, including people with disabilities. Feel free to explore our free materials, services, programs, and assistive technology for people with disabilities.
Questions?
For any questions about disability access, please contact accessibility@sjlibrary.org or 408-808-2355.
Developmental Disability Awareness Month
Every March, we celebrate Developmental Disability Awareness Month with stories, booklists, and events that support disability inclusion.
Services and Resources
Accessibiliy Services
ASL Interpretation Request
Request American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services for library sponsored program/event with this form.
INSIDERS Videos
INSIDERS programs are geared towards teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Assistance Using the Library
Receive assistance using the library or request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library-sponsored events.
Assistive Technology and Computer Access
Find out more about Assistive Technology available at our SJPL locations.
Accessible Materials
Many collections are available in alternative formats.
Accessible Materials
Accessible Collections
Reading Recommendations
Staff Picks
SJPL Picks: Disability Representation
Through these reads we can gain perspectives from ability diverse space explorers, magic wielders, heroes, villains, and heartthrobs, too.
SJPL Picks: Disability Representation in Children's Fiction
These novels for children are from mixed genres and feature characters that have physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities.
Libros sobre la inclusión
Esta lista presta una oportunidad para que los niños aprendan sobre las discapacidades y desarrollen una mejor comprensión de la diversidad.
SJPL Recommends: Disability Resources for Family Caregivers
This list is designed to support caregivers who selflessly dedicate their time and energy to caring for loved ones with disabilities.
SJPL Picks: Disability Representation
Through these reads we can gain perspectives from ability diverse space explorers, magic wielders, heroes, villains, and heartthrobs, too.
SJPL Picks: Disability Representation in Children's Fiction
These novels for children are from mixed genres and feature characters that have physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities.
Libros sobre la inclusión
Esta lista presta una oportunidad para que los niños aprendan sobre las discapacidades y desarrollen una mejor comprensión de la diversidad.
SJPL Recommends: Disability Resources for Family Caregivers
This list is designed to support caregivers who selflessly dedicate their time and energy to caring for loved ones with disabilities.
Disability Inclusive Events
Disability Inclusion filter
Disability Inclusion Events Filter
Did you know, when searching for events, you have the option to filter by “Disability Inclusion”? Give it a try!
Disability Inclusive Events
Accommodation Requests for Events
Request an ADA accommodation for library-sponsored events.
A Diverse Perspective
Enjoy these staff insights and curated reads.
Blogs
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Take some time to learn about this month that celebrates the positive impacts of workers with disabilities in our workforce.
September is Deaf Awareness Month
Find the resources that our community and library have for learning ASL and about Deaf culture.
Developmental Disability Awareness Month
Every March, we celebrate Developmental Disability Awareness Month with stories, booklists, and events that support disability inclusion.
Parents with Disabilities
Being a disabled parent is hard. There’s no experience in the world quite as challenging or rewarding. Find support here.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Take some time to learn about this month that celebrates the positive impacts of workers with disabilities in our workforce.
September is Deaf Awareness Month
Find the resources that our community and library have for learning ASL and about Deaf culture.
Developmental Disability Awareness Month
Every March, we celebrate Developmental Disability Awareness Month with stories, booklists, and events that support disability inclusion.
Parents with Disabilities
Being a disabled parent is hard. There’s no experience in the world quite as challenging or rewarding. Find support here.
