UVM Libraries

Services for Users with Special Needs - About the Facilities

Bailey/Howe Library

Handicapped Parking and Access:
There are 5 handicapped parking spaces in close proximity to the Bailey/Howe Library. Directions

Three spaces on the south side of the building

One space on the north side of the building

Two spaces just across the access road at the south end of the Cook Chemistry/Physics Building, just north of the Library.

Access is through the main entrance at the southwest corner of the building.

Elevators:

Western end of the building, just to the left of the main entrance

Near the center of the northern wall, left of the Reference Services Desk, near a set of stairs.

Near the center of the sourthern wall, on the right just past the Reference Services Desk
- Note: This elevator does not go to the ground floor without a key.

Handicapped Restrooms:
There are handicapped restrooms on each floor

For those needing such assistance, a Hoyer lift is provided in one ground floor restroom, Room 026, which is very close to an elevator

Ground Floor in the center of the building, in the hallway between Media Resources and Documents

First Floor in the north-western area of the building, just to the right upon entering the Cyber Cafe

Second and Third Floors in the western end of the building in the central core that houses the main elevator

TTY Telephones:

A public TTY telephone is located along the northern wall in the west end of the building, just to the right upon entering the Cyber Cafe

TTY equipment is also located in the Reference Office

TTY Number at Bailey/Howe Library: 656-8283

Facilitated Study Room:

The Facilitated Study Room is located on the main floor of the Bailey/Howe Library along the south wall, third door on the left, past the great stair and the Reference Service Desk.

Specialized Programs on Public Computers:

Magnifier for Windows 2000

Narrator for Windows 2000
- Note: While all of the computers come equiped with sound cards, there are no speakers attached. Please feel free to bring a set of headphones or borrow a pair from the Circulation Desk.

On-Screen Keyboard for Windows 2000

Where to go for help:
Please make your needs known.

Staff working at service desks in all departments will help retrieve materials in hard to reach locations