Inverclyde Libraries are Au-some!

Support for adults and children with autism or additional support needs

To ensure Inverclyde Libraries are autism-accessible, we now have a range of sensory resources and equipment to support and assist people with autism. Please ask staff for details.

Au-some Afternoons!

Come along to our autism-friendly afternoons at Greenock Central Library on the last Wednesday of every month. 
Au-some Library Time 2.30pm - 4:30pm

Access to books, computers and eResources. For those with autism or additional support needs we also have:

  • Reduced noise    
  • Informed & understanding staff
  • Autism, BSL and Makaton book collections
  • Access to sensory resources and stress-relieving equipment
  • Colour-coded library floor plan
  • Quiet activity tables
  • Staff-led Open Book shared reading session 2.30pm-3.30pm (Age 16+)

 

Au-some Bookbug Sessions at Greenock Central Library

As part of our autism-friendly afternoons, Greenock Central Library will be holding free story, song and rhyme sessions with Makaton signing for babies, toddlers and pre-school children and their families on the last Wednesday of every month at 1.30pm. (Doors open 1.15pm)