Let Us Know!

The Library District continues to seek public input on services in various program areas. This survey, focusing on services to seniors, is the second in a series designed to solicit community input for planning of services that respond to local community interests and needs. For this survey, “seniors” is defined as anyone 65 and older.

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Digital Books, Audiobooks,
Movies, TV, and More!

The e-Library has a large selection of e-books, audiobooks, music, and video for use with a wide variety of portable devices.

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Extension Services

Extension services or home visits are available to patrons who are unable to get to the library or are home bound. Individuals (or their caregivers) who are interested in home visits are required to complete the application and meet the required certification.

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Large Print Books

Search our collection of large print books.

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Computer Classes and Tech Assistance

Drop into a Computer Lab for some individualized tech assistance. Take a class to learn computer basics, or a more advanced class to strengthen your current skills.

Class examples can include Microsoft Office, Navigating the Medicare Website, and learning to 3-D print.

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MAP Passes

MAP Passes – Free or reduced admission passes to over 40 Museums, Attractions, and Parks!

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Attend a Program

Author talks, crafting, poetry, book clubs, and more!

Additional Resources:

AARP offers Tax-Aide for Income Tax Filing annually. Call 211 for more information, and to schedule an appointment.

Caregivers Resources – Guide highlighting services offered by the library, online and local resources available for people taking care of family and friends with disabilities and diseases, the elderly and veterans, or those with mental health issues or addiction.

e-Resources on Consumer Health – General health resources compiled and vetted by the National Library of Medicine

Legal Information Resources – General sources for finding basic legal information, including local support agencies.

Dutchess County Office for the Aging

Town of Poughkeepsie Senior Center