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Delivery and Senior Services at the Library

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Cambridge Public Library

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We offer a monthly delivery of library materials to Cambridge residents who are unable to visit a library due to short- or long-term disability or infirmity.

Registration required

  • Sign-up is ongoing

Our service must be scheduled in advanced. To request homebound delivery, please fill out the application and return it to the Main Library (449 Broadway). We generally respond within one week of receiving your application. 

Cost

This Program is free!

Library bags will be supplied for deliveries.

Location

The program serves people at their homes or wherever it is needed or online.

  • Only virtual (online or over the phone).

Visit https://www.cambridgema.gov/cpl/Services/Homebound to learn how to request support.

Dates and Times

This is an ongoing program.

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

We will deliver your materials during the second full week of the month on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. We will pick up your returns from the previous delivery at the same time.

Additional information

This service must be scheduled in advance and is reserved for eligible patrons. All circulating library materials are eligible for homebound delivery, including books, audiobook, DVDs and music CDs. Items are checked out for 4 weeks and can be renewed 2 times.

Contacts

Main Library Q&A Desk

Help & Information Desk

617-349-4041

Delivery Services at Cambridge Public Library

617-349-4035
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This is an ongoing program.

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

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Main Library Q&A Desk

Help & Information Desk

617-349-4041
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Last updated December 7, 2022.