Homebound Service

PURPOSE

To set the eligibility for participation and outline the type of service offered by Innisfil Public Library to homebound residents.

POLICY

Homebound Service provides free home delivery of books and other library materials by designated volunteers.

Eligibility

This service is available to any person within the Town of Innisfil who is confined to his/her home or a health care institution because of a temporary or chronic disability. Where volunteers are available, service will be extended to non-residents with valid library cards who meet the above criteria.

Service

The following materials may be borrowed:

Books – large print, paperbacks, etc.,

Audio books;

Magazines – current issues excepted;

Other materials, subject to the approval of the Branch Manager.

Materials will be delivered by designated volunteers based on an approved schedule.

Volunteers

All volunteer drivers will be recruited according to Library Volunteer Policy.

Police Records Checks

As part of its due diligence, the Library Board requires that all volunteers who may interact directly with children and/or vulnerable adults must provide a criminal record check prior to working with these groups. These volunteers will be re-screened every two years.

Supersedes Policy Number: 2004- 05

Approved by the Innisfil Public Library Board, March 8, 2004

Motion Number: 2004.23

Approved by the Innisfil Public Library Board, January 21, 2008

Motion Number: 2008.05