To apply, call 860-844-5275 or fill out the Online Application.
To request an application to be mailed, please call or email gplibrary@granby-ct.gov.

For additional inquiries, please contact the Director of Library Services, Amber Wyzik, at awyzik@granby-ct.gov

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

Local library lovers who have difficulty leaving their homes permanently or temporarily due to disability, health issues, inability to drive, and similar reasons. Residents of local care facilities, primary caregivers of homebound patrons and new mothers/fathers home with a newborn are also eligible.

• Be a Granby resident, reside in a Granby care facility, or are the primary caregiver of a Granby resident.
• Possess a valid library card for the town of residence. Granby residents without a library card can apply by phone or on the library’s website.
• Be permanently or temporarily homebound for a minimum of four weeks.
• Complete and submit a Homebound Delivery Service application. Applications may be completed online, by phone, or mail.
• Have reliable means of contact by phone and/or email.
• Provide a safe and appropriate environment for library staff and volunteers to make deliveries.
• Be available to receive materials at the mutually agreed-upon day and time.
   

HOW DOES IT WORK?

1)  Deliveries to residences are made on the last Thursday of the month, with a maximum of 10 items per delivery. Homebound Service includes the delivery of library materials only; non-library services cannot be provided.

2) Materials are loaned for four weeks. Items for which no other borrowers are waiting may be renewed once for an additional four weeks.

3) Pickups and deliveries will be made at the door of the residence by library staff or volunteers. Library staff and volunteers cannot enter private homes.

4) There are no overdue fines; however, participants will be charged the replacement cost for any lost or damaged items. Participants are responsible for all materials borrowed through this service.

5)  Requests for materials and renewals may be made by calling or emailing the library (please notify staff that items are for the Homebound Delivery Service program). If materials are unavailable at the time of request, they will be reserved and delivered when they become available. Waiting lists may apply for new or high-demand items.

MATERIALS OFFERED

• Regular and large print books
• Books on CD
• Entertainment & Documentary DVDs
• Music CDs
• Magazines
• Puzzles
• Memory Care Kits**

Please note: Loanable technology and museum passes are not available through this program.

** For individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer’s, dementia, or cognitive impairment, and their care partners, the library offers themed Memory Kits. These kits include books, DVDs, CDs, games, and puzzles to stimulate conversation and memories, along with informational materials for care partners.