Older Adults

Seniors can access a variety of free services including mobile library visits, homebound delivery, tax preparation and more.

 

Creative Wisdom

Creative Wisdom is a free 8-week course that teaches watercolor or memoir writing to adults ages 55 and older. Participants will receive all required supplies and an opportunity to showcase completed artwork at Clark Family Branch on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Participants will be chosen by lottery and must attend every session in order to be eligible. One entry per participant. Only one per household may participate. Entries accepted February 9-17.

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Tax Help

Free tax preparation services at several locations provided by AARP Tax-Aide, CORP Tax Service, St Louis Tax Assistance Program, and Gateway EITC Community Coalition Tax Preparation.

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Book a Librarian

We are available to visit assisted living facilities and nursing homes within the St. Louis County Library District for a free 30-60 minute session to help residents learn how to use the library’s eMedia/digital services. Residents will need a valid library card, a compatible device and access to an internet connection. 

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Homebound Service

Receive library materials including books in regular or large print, magazines, DVDs or CDs by mail free of charge for those who are confined to home due to illness, disability or advanced age is available. Applicants must live in the St. Louis County Library District and is only available to individuals not currently served by a mobile senior van unit. 

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Mobile Services

Residents at senior living communities within the St. Louis County Library District can receive library materials during regularly scheduled visits via library vans. Thousands of items are available such as the latest fiction, classics, cookbooks, music and movies. Specific items can be requested for delivery.

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Book Discussion Kits

Book Discussion Kits are available to help facilitate book discussion groups at senior living facilities. Included in the kits are multiple copies of the book, a readers guide, and if available CDbooks and large print books. Kits can be picked up at any branch or delivered to a facility with our Senior Van service. For more information, call 314-994-3300.

Book Discussion Kits

Featured Services

Blood Pressure Kits

Use your library card to check out a blood pressure kit to monitor your blood pressure. Kits provided in partnership with the American Heart Association.

Adult Programs
Health & Wellness Library of Things

Chromebook & Hotspot Kits

Chromebook & Hotspot kits contain everything you need to connect to the internet at home, including a Chromebook and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The kits can be requested through the catalog or by calling 314-994-3300 and picked up at any branch. An adult library card in good standing is required to check out a kit.

Adult Programs
Library of Things