ADULT SERVICES
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Q:
Where can I take classes to get a GED? Does the Library have study
quides?
| A: | GED classes are offered at Indiana Workforce Development (812- 279-4400), and the Mitchell Public Library (812-849-2412). You may contact them for further details and class schedules. You may also call (812) 277-0619 for more information. The Library has study guides and videos available for checkout. |
Q:
Does the Library have practice tests?
A: The Library has study guides with
practice tests available for checkout, including
GED, ASVAB, NCLEX, and SAT. For free practice
tests you can access via the
Internet, visit
www.testprepreview.com.
Q:
Where can I get advice for a legal issue?
A: There is a legal services attorney
in Bedford once a month. You may call Hoosier
Hills PACT at (812)
279-4099 for more information or to
schedule an appointment.
There is a free legal line staffed by
lawyers available on the second Tuesday of each
month. You may call between 6-8 pm at (317) 269-2000. You may also contact
the
Indiana Legal Services Office
in Bloomington. They are available by phone at
(800) 822-4774 or
online at www.indianajustice.org.
Q:
Where can I get legal forms that I can fill out and file on my own?
A: Legal forms, including forms for
divorce, name change, contempt, continuance,
child support, and contempt regarding parenting time, are
available online at
www.in.gov/judiciary/selfservice/forms.html. The Library has printed copies of these
at the reference desk that you may copy on
the public copier at 10 cents per page.
We also have pre-printed packets--ask at the
reference desk for prices. Protection
and no contact orders are available online at
www.in.gov/judiciary/forms/publicindex.html. The Library has
legal books available
for checkout that include forms. You may
also check our Forms page
to see
if what you need is available there.
Q: How can I find out who
represents me in Indiana government?
A: The Library keeps an updated
brochure listing contact information for our current
officials. You
may also find this information online
at www.in.gov and
www.whitehouse.gov. For
Senators, visit www.senate.gov.
For U.S.
Representatives,
visit www.house.gov. You may find
out who your local
representatives are by visiting
www.in.gov/legislative/legislators. You
may call (800) 382-9467
to reach Indiana Senators, (800) 382-9842 to reach
Democrat Representatives, or (800) 382-9841 to reach Republican
Representatives.
Q: How can I get articles from
magazines you don't carry?
A: Use the link to INSPIRE on our
homepage. INSPIRE is a database of popular
magazines, newspapers,
and journals that allows you
to search and print full-text
articles. Enter your search terms,
check full text, and search for your article.
Reference staff can give you instructions if you need assistance. If
the database
doesn't include your article, ask reference staff if Interlibrary Loan service is
possible.
Q: How do I get a free credit
report?
A: You can get a free credit report
via Internet, phone, or mail. To order your report
online, visit
https://www.annualcreditreport.com/cra/index.jsp and select your start
from the "Start Here" box. Follow the on-screen
instructions to complete your
transaction. To order your report via phone, call (877)
322-8228. To order your
report via mail, download a
request form
from the "Frequently Asked
Questions"
portion of the website and mail a completed copy to Annual Credit Report Request
Service, P.O. Box 105281, Atlanta, GA, 30348-5281.
Q: Does the Library have wireless
Internet?
A: Yes! Wireless Internet service is
available from access points inside the Library.
Computer lab rules apply.
Q: How can I get help paying for
prescription drugs?
A: To see if you qualify for
prescription assistance, you may contact Partnership for
Prescription Assistance by phone at
(888) 477-2669, or apply for
Hoosier Rx
assistance via Internet or telephone at (866)
267-4679 between 8 a.m. and
4:30 p.m.
Q: Can I get access to auto
repair data online?
A: Yes. The Library subscribes to the
Auto Repair Reference Center. You will need to
enter your entire library card
number to access the database. We also have several
Chilton auto, truck and van manuals available
for checkout.
Q: Who can I contact for help
with starting a small business?
A: Contact the Indiana Small Business
Development Center for free and low-cost
expert practical advice,
education, products, and services. Visit their
website or
call them at (888) 472-3244.