Information & Resources - For Borrowers

Books & Audiocassettes

The IRC loans books & audiocassettes free of charge throughout the State of Maine to any Maine resident.

Videos

The IRC loans videos free of charge to organizations throughout the State of Maine. Schools, hospitals, treatment facilities, law enforcement agencies, churches, businesses, civic groups, self-help groups and other organizations can make use of these videos in their prevention, education, and treatment programs.

Periodicals

A collection of substance abuse periodicals is maintained at the IRC. Periodicals are not loaned. Maine residents who wish to access articles from journals housed at the IRC can visit the library to browse the collection. A list of current subscription titles will be made available upon request.

Pamphlets

Informational pamphlets are free upon request to Maine residents and do not need to be returned to the IRC. Bulk copies of select titles are available. Call the IRC to discuss your pamphlet needs.

Publications

Publications issued by the Office of Substance Abuse and other selected agencies are available free from the IRC. They can be accessed online, through the electronic link in the Library Catalog. Requests for a printed copies can also be filled if supplies allow.

A new feature in our catalog allows borrowers to schedule videos online. Contact the IRC for details: 1-800-499-0027 osa.ircosa@maine.gov

How to schedule videos online: Word | PDF

Videos recently added to the IRC Collection - August, 2005 Word | PDF

Lending Policies

About lending and distribution policies of the Information and Resource Center

Search Tips

Videos (Word | PDF): Searching for videos and limiting to specific audience levels..

Pamphlets (Word | PDF): Searching for and ordering pamphlets.

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