Accessibility
Web accessibility
You can read our web accessibility statement at the link below, which outlines the accessibility of our website in relation to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.
Our website has an accessibility widget, which can be accessed by clicking or navigating to the orange person icon on the bottom right corner of the screen.
Alternative formats
If you need any of the guides, documents, or other information on this website in a different format, please contact us on ecn-tr.stafflibrary@nhs.net or 01625 66 1362.
Accessibility in the library
The library is located in the LE&D Hub on the 1st Floor, New Alderley House, which can be accessed by stairs or lift. There are doors between the main entrance and the library that are not power-assisted. If you need any assistance getting to the library from the main entrance, please contact the library team either in advance or on the day if your visit is during staffed hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm).
The library offers a quiet and calm place to study, however on busier days it may be noisier. There are soundproof Pods available for individual use, subject to availability.
Equipment
Induction loop
There is an induction loop device available on request for use in the LE&D Hub. An induction loop contains a microphone that sends audio directly to hearing aids nearby when set to a certain setting. This device can be set up in any of the rooms. Please let us know if you would like to use the device, either in advance or ask at our reception desk on the day.
Computer equipment
The library has computers that all East Cheshire staff and students on placement can use. These are located at the far end of the LE&D Hub. Near the computers, there is a cupboard of accessbility equipment. This cupboard includes:
- Computer and document stands
- An ergonomic mouse and keyboard
- A large letter keyboard
- A black and yellow keyboard
- A track ball mouse
- Colour overlays
- Magnifier sheets
If you notice any issues or need help with this equipment, please ask at our reception desk.
Contacting the library
You can contact us using any of the methods below, or by using our online contact form.
Email: ecn-tr.stafflibrary@nhs.net
Phone: 01625 66 1362
By post or in person: Library & Knowledge Service, LE&D Hub, 1st Floor New Alderley House, Macclesfield District General Hospital, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3BL.