Seniors
The Long Beach Public Library offers the following programs and services to enhance the lives of seniors in our community. Specialized Collections - Large Print books - fiction and non-fiction.
- Media - books on tape and CD, Braille tapes, music CDs, movies (DVDs and VHS).
- Genealogy reference books located at the Main Library.
Book Clubs Book clubs are available at most Long Beach Public Libraries. Click here for more information.
Homebound Reader Services The Homebound Reader Services program provides customized library materials to homebound customers living in Long Beach. The service is specifically designed for those who are confined to their homes by an illness or an injury, either chronic or temporary. This service is initiated by a request to the Homebound Readers Service at (562) 570-6959, Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Materials are selected for each homebound reader and mailed out every other week at no charge. The program is like a personal librarian at your service.
Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer opportunities for seniors are available at many Long Beach Public Libraries. Learn more about our Volunteer Program.
Books on Wheels Program Dinner and a book or dinner and a movie delivered to homebound readers enrolled in the Meals on Wheels program. Call (562) 570-6959 to sign up.
Technology - Mouserobics: Are you afraid of a little mouse? Well, don't be! It's easy and fun! Try as many times as you like! Use this computer mouse exercise tool and become an expert in no time. Just follow the written directions and click away! Part 1 and Part 2 are available online or in person at the Main Library, downstairs in the Technology Learning Center. Click here to access the complete list of online computer turorials.
- Free basic and intermediate computer classes. Click here to see our current computer classes.
- Free computer access at the library.
- AskNow 24/7 Reference Service - get your questions answered 24/7 via online chat or email. Click here to AskNow!
- Electronic databases - Find newspaper articles, health information, and more here. Some databases require a valid LBPL card and PIN to access. Click here to visit the databases.
Tours Individual or group tours provided upon request.
Useful Links for Seniors
Long Beach Public Library
101 Pacific Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90822
Phone: (562) 570-7500
Fax: (562) 570-7408
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