Books that help libraries support families through difficult experiences
Nana’s Books Foundation provides thoughtfully selected books about Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, disabilities, caregiving, and related experiences to public libraries nationwide.
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“The book donations the foundation made to the library will be a great addition to our collection. Nana’s Books Foundation is doing incredible work in helping kids and communities receive books on such an important topic.”
Selena Palacios, MLIS
Librarian I, Manatee County Public Library System
THOUGHTFULLY SELECTED
Books that help libraries serve the whole community
Nana’s Books Foundation provides books that help children, teens, adults, families, and caregivers better understand Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, disabilities, caregiving, and related experiences.
Books are selected to offer useful, accessible resources for readers at different ages and stages of life, expanding the library’s collection in areas that can be difficult for families to navigate on their own.
The result: books that can answer questions, open conversations, and help people better understand what they or someone they love may be experiencing.
Bringing Nana’s Books to your library starts with a simple request
HOW IT WORKS
Public libraries can request books from Nana’s Books Foundation by completing an application. The information you provide helps the foundation understand your library, the community you serve, and how the books could support your collection.
01 Submit a request
Complete the application with information about your library, the community you serve, and the resources you’re seeking.
02 Nana’s Books reviews it
The foundation reviews requests to determine how it can best support participating libraries.
Selected books are provided to help expand your library’s resources around Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, disabilities, caregiving, and related experiences.
03 Books reach your students
From a book request to resources on library shelves
IN LIBRARIES
Nana’s Books Foundation works with public libraries to add books that can help readers and families better understand Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, disabilities, caregiving, and other life experiences.
KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
New resources ready for library patrons
ORANGE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
Books provided to support the library’s collection
MISSAHICKON VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Books added to serve readers and families
Is Nana’s Books a fit for your library?
BEFORE YOU APPLY
Nana’s Books Foundation provides books to public libraries that want to expand resources related to Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, disabilities, caregiving, and other experiences that affect individuals and families.
Before submitting a request, here are a few things to know.
PUBLIC LIBRARIES
Book requests are intended for public libraries serving their local communities.
BOOKS ARE SELECTED BY NANA’S BOOKS
The foundation thoughtfully selects books based on its mission, available inventory, and the needs shared in your request.
Approved books are provided by Nana’s Books Foundation at no cost to participating libraries.
THERE IS NO COST TO THE LIBRARY
Not sure whether your library is a fit? Contact Nana’s Books Foundation →
Bring Nana’s Books to your library
READY TO REQUEST BOOKS?
Complete the application to tell Nana’s Books Foundation about your library, the community you serve, and how these books could support your patrons.