The Communication Center loans our customers special cassette machines provided to us by the National Library Service for the Blind & Physically Handicapped (NLS—Library of Congress). These machines play specially formatted tapes provided by us and the NLS to our customers. Volunteers clean and repair these cassette players.

Basic electronic knowledge is helpful, but mechanical ability and good manual dexterity are necessary. Attention to detail is vital in providing quality repair of tape players. A commitment of 4 hours per week on a continuing basis is required. Training, tools, and work space are provided during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, at the Communication Center.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please call our offices at (651) 642-0500 (Twin Cities Metro) or toll-free (800) 652-9000 and ask for the Engineering Section, or fill out the form below and click “Submit.”