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Get Reading, Get Better, Get Libraries
Libraries can have a positive impact on your life, health and wellbeing offering great sources of information and opportunities to learn new skills and join in group activities.
Libraries offer:
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
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The First Incomplete Field Guide to Wellbeing in Libraries
Photographs from the Get Reading, Get Better, Get Libraries Campaign
The Society of Chief Librarians (Wales) has prepared this report in order to demonstrate the role public libraries have in relation to health, wellbeing and social benefits. SCL Wales believe this potential requires greater recognition and explanation within health and social care strategies and priorities.
SCL Wales: Health, Wellbeing and Social Benefits (2012)

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