Health and wellbeing

Wiltshire libraries support autistic visitors with guides, quiet spaces, sensory stories, and autism-friendly books for all ages.

Wiltshire libraries offer books in large print, audiobooks, and Playaway formats for all members. Free requests for those with visual impairments.

Smart activity tracker watches and blood pressure monitors are now available to borrow from our libraries.

Library members can borrow a thermal camera from Wiltshire libraries to spot heat loss, save money on energy bills, and cut carbon.

The Home Library Service brings books to those who can't visit the library. Free service for all ages, including audiobooks and large print books.

Reading Well Books on Prescription helps people to understand and manage their health and wellbeing using self-help reading. The scheme is endorsed by health professionals and supported by public libraries.

Shared reading groups, also known as 'Reading Friends', are aimed at anyone who enjoys reading and the positive effect this can have on mental wellbeing.