Print Alternatives Service

 

Goal of Service

The Print Alternatives Service makes printed information accessible to people who are blind or vision impaired, by providing it in accessible formats such as Braille, Large Print, Audio, electronic text, or tactile diagrams and maps.

 

Services Provided

Access to a wide range of information is a cornerstone for independence and social inclusion.  The Print Alternatives Service transcribes printed information into alternative formats that are accessible to people who are blind or vision impaired. 

 

Information that can be transcribed includes such materials as recreational reading, study materials, or work-related information. These can include a wide range of everyday items such as recipes, phone contact lists, instruction books, newsletters, textbooks, information brochures, or contracts.

 

The required information can be transcribed into the client’s format of choice, which includes:

 

Braille;

Large Print;

Audio;

Electronic text (e-text); and

Tactile diagrams and maps.

 

The Print Alternative Service also offers access to the following recreational services:

 

Large Print Crosswords;

Talking Book Library Service;

Large Print TV Guide; and

Talking Newspaper Service.

 

The RSB can also assist other Government , business, or not-for-profit organisations to make their information accessible to potential customers who are blind or vision impaired.

 

Location

The Print Alternatives Service is an outreach service that is available in both the Metropolitan and Regional areas of South Australia.

 

Eligibility

The Print Alternative Service is available to all RSB clients. To be eligible to become an RSB client, a person must be diagnosed by an eye care professional as being legally blind, or likely to become legally blind.

 

Referrals

People can self-refer for this service, or can be referred by a friend or family member, Doctor, or other health professional, by phoning the Referrals Officer on 8232 2444, or toll-free for Country callers on 1800 675 554 during business hours.

 

For more information about this or other RSB services, contact the Community Services Division on 8232 2444 or toll-free for Country callers on 1800 675 554 during business hours.

 

See also:
Library Service
Talking Newspaper Service