Do you or a loved one find it difficult to get to the library? Doorstep offers a free personalized selection of books, audiobooks, and videos and we deliver them straight to your door.
What is Doorstep Service?
The Lincoln Township Public Library loans a wide variety of print and non-print materials including books, large print books, library of things, audiobooks, music CDs, or movies and television shows on DVD to those who qualify for this service.
Who is eligible?
This service is available to residents of Lincoln, Baroda, and Royalton Townships. Individuals aged 18 years or older who have an established library card as a resident or paid membership, and due to various cognitive or mobility challenges are unable to visit the library. They may be dependent on another individual for transportation or picking up/returning materials on their behalf or not have transportation.
Applicable situations may include long-term illness, recovery from injury or surgery, limitations imposed by cognitive and/or physical abilities, or other serious health conditions.
New in 2024!
Expecting or new parents are eligible for Doorstep services!
Expecting a little one or bringing home a new child? One of our Outreach Librarians can stop by with books for you and/or older siblings and information about family resources in our area. Sign up by filling out the form to your below. This service is for cardholders in the Lincoln Township Public Library service area.
What special benefits will I receive from enrolling in the Doorstep Service?
The option for assistance with material selection. Although materials are free of overdue fines, charges resulting from non-return, loss or damage of materials still apply. Doorstep items are checked-out for four (4) weeks.
What is the cost?
There is no fee to enroll in the Doorstep Service.
What is available?
Regular and Large Print books in paperback and hardcover; regular print children’s or teen books; talking books on CD; movies on DVD; music CDs or Library of Things materials.
How do I sign up?
Fill out the online form below or download and print the Doorstep Services Application by clicking here and returning it to the library via drop-off or mail. The Doorstep Coordinator will contact you within 7-10 business days of receiving your completed form.
Give us a call at (269) 429-9575, or fill out our Doorstep Service form below if you are interested.
How does it work?
Upon submitting an application online or by paper application, a staff member will reach out to the applicants to verify information and establish a delivery date. New materials will be delivered to your home and old materials will be picked up once a month on your established date.
By signing up for LTPL’s Doorstep service you agree to follow LTPL policies and guidelines in accordance with the program, as well as agreeing to allow library staff to view your reading history, in order to better select materials for you.
