Home Library Service
The Home Library Service (HLS) is a FREE service that delivers library items straight to your door
Who is it for?
Residents of Burwood Council who are homebound for a variety of reasons. This includes people who are:
- Unable to visit the library due to poor health or disability
- Frail aged
- Residents in a care facility
- Full time carers
- Residents who require temporary service after a serious injury, illness, or other significant circumstances
Residents from a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) community are welcome.
What can I borrow?
- Books (including large print and community language books)
- Audio-books
- DVDs
- Magazines
- Music CDs
- Electronic tablets (iPads, e-readers)
How often do I receive items?
Deliveries every THREE weeks on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Service Provided
The Outreach Services Officer will call to find out the types of books and material you would like to borrow. They then choose items based on these preferences. Most of the resources of the library are available for borrowing.
How do I join?
For more information call or email Burwood library to speak with our friendly outreach staff and arrange an appointment for a home visit.
Phone: (02) 9911 9999
Email: library@burwood.nsw.gov.au.