Hearing Loop Medina Library is now equipped with Hearing Loops. Look for the blue Hearing Loop signs in Community Rooms A and B, the Medina Room, and the Customer Service and Reference Desks. Hearing Loop technology sends the speaker’s voice from a microphone directly to hearing assistive devices, eliminating all ambient noise. A Hearing Loop works directly with cochlear implants and hearing aids equipped with a T-coil. About 70 percent of all hearing aids contain this technology. You may need to access the Loop via the programming button or by the switch on your device. If you have never activated the T-coil in your device it is recommended you consult with your audiologist before using the Loop. For those who do not have a personal hearing device, Loop receivers are available at the Customer Service Desk. Learn more about Hearing Loops at mcdl.info/HearingLoop. To reserve a meeting room that is Hearing Loop equipped visit mcdl.info/MeetingRoom. Medina Library’s Hearing Loop is made possible through a $20,000 Libraries Transforming Communities grant from the American Library Association. Welcome to the Board of Trustees Ann Marie Flannery has lived in Hinckley Township for 19 Years. She and her husband Tom have four children ages 16-24. Ann Marie is an RN, who works as the Nursing Quality Program Manager and Magnet Program Coordinator at Cleveland Clinic Medina hospital. A lifelong passion for the library at all phases of life fostered a desire to become more involved with the library. 8 MCDL News & Notes Citizenship Corner Inspired by Patron Brunswick Library staff are always eager to help. Recently that desire lead to offering a new service and section in the library. Sammy has attended the library’s English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes for years. Recently, she decided to begin the process of earning her U.S. citizenship. Staff curated a collection of books and study guides for Sammy, then implemented a federal program that helps establish Citizenship Corners in communities. Patrons can now borrow citizenship study kits which include flash cards, practice tests, and more and can borrow books, print naturalization forms, and access online resources. Learn more about the World Language Collection, including requesting materials in various languages, bilingual books, ESOL services, and citizenship resources at mcdl.info/WorldLanguage. Sammy S. (pictured) earned her U.S. Citizenship in 2023 and was the inspiration for the Citizenship Corner. I am incredibly grateful for the programming, materials, and activities that drew me in at a young age and helped me become a lifelong learner. Serving on the board allows me to help ensure library services continue to be a foundational resource in our community for all. – Ann Marie
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