Disability Related Libraries

The UNM Center for Development and Disability (UNM CDD) serves children and adults with developmental, intellectual or physical disabilities throughout New Mexico. Programs include Autism Programs, Clinical Evaluations Programs, Early Childhood Programs, and other disability programs. The CDD also houses the Mi Via and Supports Waiver Consultant programs, the UNM CDD Information Network that provides resources to the community, and the Information Network Library. Services include home visits, screenings, evaluations, early intervention services, case management services and trainings.

The UNM Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (HSLIC) offers research consultations, custom classes, literature search assistance and guidance, and general help and assistance with finding and using health information. HSLIC partners with the College of Nursing, the College of Pharmacy, the College of Population Health, and the School of Medicine with the aim of improving health and health equity across New Mexico through education, research, clinical care, and community engagement. As the only publicly accessible academic health sciences library in New Mexico, HSLIC plays an important role in providing health information access and health literacy skills and training for the community.

The University of New Mexico Center for Development and Disability Information Network Library contains the largest collection of disability-related books, eBooks, and DVDs in the state of New Mexico. Materials are available for check out. People interested in using this resource need to sign up for a CDD Library card. Registration can be done in person, online, or by phone. A patron card will be mailed to the address provided if registration is done online or by phone.

The UNM CDD Information Network provides information and resources by phone, email, and in-person visits. The Network has collected and verified a large number and variety of community resources and created tip sheets on topics most relevant to the development and disability community (although the range of topics is wider). The medical home portal, another source of reliable information about children and youth with special health care needs, and additional videos and resources are also accessible through the website. In addition the Network provides library services, presentations and outreach regarding the UNM CDD and Information Network services. The Information Network is funded in part through the New Mexico Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (NMDDPC).

This service is free and loans Braille books and magazines, recorded books and magazines, music in large print and Braille, and playback equipment designed for the visually impaired. Available to US residents with physical or visual impairment.

Administered nationally through cooperating regional and local libraries.

A federally-funded library and information/referral center, providing free information and referral, serving anyone from the professional to layperson who are interested in disability and rehabilitation. We also provide a document delivery service: 5 cents per page with a $5.00 USD minimum. International shipping rates do apply.

Information and Referral
Library Services

Provides services designed to support and improve the academic achievement of students who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf-blind.

Services Include:

• On-Demand Accessible Media
• Learning Center and eLearning Resources
• Guidelines for Captioning and Describing Media

The Foundation aims to improve outcomes for individuals with OCD and related disorders by:

• Providing resources and support for those affected by OCD, including individuals with OCD and related disorders, their family members, friends, and loved ones.
• Promoting awareness about OCD and related disorders to the OCD community and the general public.
• Increasing access to effective treatment through:
  • Educating mental health professionals about evidence-based treatments.
  • Providing a forum for professional collaboration and networking.
  • Supporting research into the causes of and treatments for OCD and related disorders.

Visit https://iocdf.org/find-help/ for help finding providers for patients with OCD,