Outreach
SLPL delivers books to area assisted living and nursing home facilities twice a month!
If you’re interested in this service, please talk with your Activity Director to get started.
Delivery Schedule:
- Accura – Every other Thursday
- Keelson Harbour – Second & fourth Tuesday of each month
- WEL-Life – Every other Friday
Bringing the joy of reading right to your doorstep
- Improves Memory Retention: Processing and remembering storylines, characters, and details helps seniors enhance their memory and recall abilities.
- Boosts Problem-Solving Skills: Reading requires comprehension and analysis, which keeps the brain actively engaged and strengthens critical thinking skills.
- Reduces Stress: Getting lost in a good book helps distract from worries and lowers cortisol levels, promoting relaxation.
- Enhances Mood: Whether it’s a humorous novel, a heartfelt memoir, or an inspiring self-help book, reading can lift spirits and provide a sense of joy.
- Provides a Sense of Purpose: Following a compelling storyline or finishing a book gives seniors a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment.
- Large-Print Books: These make reading easier for those with vision impairments.
- Audiobooks and Podcasts: For seniors who have difficulty reading physical books, audiobooks provide a great alternative.
- E-Readers with Adjustable Text Size: These can help seniors customize their reading experience to their comfort level.
