Apply for Library Services

Application Forms and Contact Information
Applications for service can be found below (PDFs) for individuals (in English and Spanish) as well as an application for institutions. Once downloaded and completed, including being signed by a certifying authority, you can email to us at OPAC_librarian@dbs.fldoe.org. A typed signature is acceptable.
- NLS Application for Free Library Service: Individuals, in English [fillable PDF: 217 KB/4 pages]
- NLS Application for Free Library Service: Individuals, in Spanish [fillable PDF: 191 KB/4 pages]
- NLS Application for Free Library Service: Institution [fillable PDF: 55 KB/4 pages]
You may also print out the application, have it signed by the certifier, and USPS mail it in to the library, or fax it:
Library Address and Phone Numbers
Florida Division of Blind Services
Bureau of Braille and Talking Books Library
421 Platt Street
Daytona Beach, FL 32114-2803
Voice 800-226-6075
Voice 386-239-6000
Florida Telephone Relay System (TTY): 711
Fax number: 386-239-6069
Who Qualifies for Library Services?
If you live in Florida and have trouble reading print as the result of an eye problem, a reading disability, or difficulty holding a book because of arthritis, a stroke, or an accident, you may apply for Bureau of Braille and Talking Book Library services. Libraries, nursing homes, hospitals, schools, and other Florida institutions with customers who have disabilities which impede their use of conventional print may also apply for services. Please see www.loc.gov/nls/about/eligibility-for-nls-services for the full eligibility terminology.
Who Is a Certifying Authority?
Certifying authorities include librarians, library paraprofessionals, teachers, educators, activities directors, social workers, counselors, caseworkers, rehabilitation teachers, physical therapists, certified reading specialists, school psychologists, school superintendents, doctors of medicine or osteopathy, ophthalmologists, optometrists, psychologists, registered nurses, therapists, or professional staff of hospitals, institutions, and public or welfare agencies.