Homebound Services

Are you sick and tired of not being able to visit the library to borrow materials because of a medical condition that’s got you down? Let us help you by mailing your materials to your home! Eligible patrons can request specific titles or rely on a librarian to select materials based on your preferences free of charge!

To be considered eligible for the Homebound Program, patrons must print out and mail the application to the Center Moriches Free Public Library at 235 Main Street, Center Moriches, NY 11934. Eligible patrons are those who are unable to come to the library due to an illness or disability and a doctor’s signature or note is required.

Please contact Adult Reference for more information at 631-878-0940 x5.

Download Homebound Services Application

Homebound Services Policy

Patrons must fill out Center Moriches Homebound Application.
Patrons must get Application signed by a certifying authority for proof of homebound eligibility.
Patron’s card must be in good standing.
Librarian will pull items once a week per patron.
Patrons are allowed one bag of items per week.
Patrons are not responsible for the cost of mailing items to them or back to the library.
Patrons are responsible for keeping track of due dates and returning items on time. Some items subject to automatic renewal.
Patrons will be given a grace period of 4 days to allow for items to received and returned via mail around due date.
Patrons are responsible for lost or damaged materials.
Items must be returned back in their original mailing bags, complete with mailing slip containing list of items.
Patrons are allowed a total of 10 items out at one time:
- 5 books and 5 media items
Can request specific titles and place holds, in addition to materials being picked out by librarian.