This autumn libraries across Wales are promoting the benefits they can have on people's health and wellbeing. Launching the campaign on World Mental Health Awareness Day (10th October), libraries will show case the great sources of information they offer and how the social benefits of visiting the library and joining in group activities can have a positive impact on your life.

Libraries offer:

• Bibliotherapy

• Book Prescription Wales Scheme

• Free, inclusive access for all

• General health information and referral access to Health Libraries

• Free assisted on-line access 

• Facilities, resources and equipment suitable for people with disabilities, such as visual impairment

• Strong links with leisure and fitness centres

• Books for pleasure that improve wellbeing