Alameda Free Library Home Delivery

 

"Bringing the Library to Every Body"

 

Do you have difficulty getting to the library due to a temporary or long-term illness, injury, impairment, medical condition, or disability?

The Alameda Free Library offers home delivery to residents of all ages who need assistance accessing library materials. We offer material selection, delivery and pick-up services.

Materials are carefully selected to reflect your interests and are delivered to your home or residential living location.

Getting Started

Just give us a call at: 510-747-7742

Someone from our friendly Home Delivery staff will contact you to conduct a simple interview with you to learn about your favorite topics, authors, and interests. 

If we are unable to answer the phone when you call, please leave a message and we will call you back as soon as we can.

Home Delivery Items Include:

• Fiction           
• Large Print
• Non-Fiction   
• Magazines
• Audiobooks   
• DVDs 
• Music CDs
• Puzzles and Games

What Can I request?

Any material that can be checked out, can be requested. You may request specific titles or our staff will be happy to select materials based on your interests. Basic reference information is also available by phone.

Reference Desk phone number: 510-747-7713

When will I receive the materials?

Materials are delivered to your residence or the front desk of your living community on Tuesday or Thursday afternoon, usually between 12:00 and 2:00 PM.

Items are checked out to you for four weeks, and with the possibility of renewal. The library no longer charges fees for overdue materials. Please be aware that others may be waiting for the more popular books.

To schedule a pick-up to return your items, please contact the Home Delivery coordinator.