Some community members who have great need for library materials and programming are often unable to access services due to physical limitations of their living situations. Seniors in care facilities and incarcerated populations in federal and provincial prisons are usually socially isolated and have little means to advocate for themselves and improved service. Luckily, there are creative and cost-effective ways to ensure that these marginalized populations have access to programming that addresses their specific needs, as well as access to suitable literacy-focused materials. This session will also focus on the Nanaimo Correctional Centre partnership that won an ALA Presidential Citation for Innovative Library Projects in 2016 and how others can use these principles to improve access in their communities.
Outcomes:
– Inexpensive programming ideas for senior’s facilities and prisons
– Creative ideas to improve access
– Outreach ideas
