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Case Studies

The case stories introduce you to some interesting people with or working with people who have a range of disabilities, and are a good starting point in using the website.

To read the details of each case study, just click on the appropriate link. 

Ann's case story

Ann, who is blind, talks about her work in the library with staff and visually impaired people

> Read more about Ann's case story

Ann and Bill's case story

Ann and Bill, both blind, discuss a reading group for visually impaired people

> Read more about Ann and Bill's case story

Annette's case study

Annette talks about some learners with mental health problems who attend her I.T. course

> Read more about Annette's case study

Bill's case study

Bill who became blind at 55 tells us some of his experiences

> Read more about Bill's case study

Edwin's case story

Edwin tells us about his interests and how he uses the library overcoming his learning difficulties

> Read more about Edwin's case story

Gillian's case story

Gillian tells Julie through an interpreter about the Women's Health Group for deaf women

> Read more about Gillian's case story

Judith's case story

Judith talks about her favourite books and about learning to play the keyboard overcoming her learning difficulties

> Read more about Judith's case story

Laura's case study

Laura describes how difficult it is for a dyslexic to use the library and has some good ideas for libraries

> Read more about Laura's case study

Lisza's case story

Lisza helps us understand her difficulties in using the library with both visual and hearing impairments

> Read more about Lisza's case story

Shaheen's case story

Shaheen talks about widening participation particularly for adults with mental health issues

> Read more about Shaheen's case story

Slough Library with Arbour Vale School: Case story

Liz reads a story with three pupils from Arbour Vale School who have difficulties reading

> Read more about Slough Library with Arbour Vale School: Case story

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