Homebound Delivery
The Beals Library offers a homebound delivery service to Winchendon residents of any age who are unable to visit the library. ‘Homebound’ is defined as being generally confined to one’s residence either temporarily due to illness or accident or permanently due to disability, age, or other mobility issues. Materials will be brought to your home by a library staff member on a recurring basis as needed.
How the Program Works
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A staff member or volunteer will visit your home at least every three weeks to make deliveries and to pick up materials you are returning.
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Staff members will not be entering your private residence.
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In addition to books, you may also request audio books, magazines and videos.
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Books and audio books will circulate for three weeks at a time. Videos and magazines will circulate for one week.
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Patrons can borrow up to 5 items at a time, including inter-library loans.
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Library materials automatically renew once if there are no late or lost material fees due. Additional renewals for Beals items may be possible, while inter-library loan items need prior approval.
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At each visit, the library will keep a list of the books being left with you.
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A library staff member will call you 24 to 48 hours before each visit to arrange the date and time of item pick up or delivery.
Want to Apply?
An application for Homebound Service can be completed either using the online registration form, or over the phone. There is no fee for homebound delivery.
Want to learn more read our homebound delivery policy