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Batesville Memorial Public Library

131 North Walnut Street :: Batesville, IN 47006

Hours
Sunday (October - April) :: 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Monday - Thursday :: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday :: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday :: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Library Seniors Page

Generations on LineGenerations on Line (GoL) has simplified the Internet for seniors.  GoL guides novices step-by-step with onscreen instructions on every page in large type, plain English and a clothespin (Generations on Line)clear, uncluttered interface with friendly icons. It is free to seniors.  GoL includes an intergenerational oral history project, a multi-lingual search program, easy-to-use email, and links to other great Internet sites for seniors.  Just click on the clothespin to get started.

Please note: Generations on Line is accessible only from public computers in the library.


Indiana Talking Book and Braille LibraryReaders with low vision!
The Batesville Memorial Public Library partners with the Indiana Talking Book and Braille Library to provide a free service for Hoosiers who cannot read standard print due to a visual or physical impairment.Audio playback equipment They offer books and magazines in braille, large print and audio formats. They also provide specialized playback equipment, reader advisory services and equipment repair. All services, materials and delivery costs are free to eligible Indiana residents.
Stop in the library and ask about this service. We can even demonstrate the digital audio playback equipment, and provide you with the required application form.

 

Links for Senior Citizens

Mousing Around
Learn to use a mouse with
Mousing Around
Indiana 211

Library WishList

Our Heroes' Tree - Indiana Catch A Ride
AARP
Eldr - Reviews, articles and interviews for the 60+ audience.
Eons - The online community for Boomers.
Genealogy Page - From the Batesville Memorial Public Library.
HUD - Information for Senior Citizens from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Indiana Senior Housing - Find your senior living community.
Indiana State Health Insurance Program
Investing Wisely for Seniors - From the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
LawHelp - Free resources to help people understand their legal rights and solve legal problems.
LifeTime Resources - Services available to qualified residents of Dearborn, Jefferson, Ohio, Ripley, and Switzerland Counties in southeast Indiana.
Medicare
National Council on Aging
Red Hat Society - Fun after 50 for women.
ROMEO Club - Retired Old Men Eating Out.
Senior Citizen's Guide - Find senior-related services in our area.
Senior Citizens' Resources - Official information and service from the US government.
Senior Fitness - From the American Senior Fitness Association.
Social Security Online