North Star Family Services is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to people with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive online experience for all visitors, including those with visual, hearing, motor, and cognitive impairments.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
This statement was last updated on [enter relevant date].
At North Star Family Services, we are dedicated to making our site, [enter site name and address], accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities.
What web accessibility is
Web accessibility means creating a digital environment that allows people with disabilities to perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with the web. It involves making accommodations for various impairments, such as vision, hearing, and mobility limitations.
Accessibility adjustments on this site
We have designed and developed this site in accordance with WCAG [2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2 - select relevant option] guidelines to ensure it meets the level of [A / AA / AAA - select relevant option] accessibility. Our efforts have focused on facilitating seamless navigation and interaction for users relying on assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboard navigation. To achieve this, we have implemented the following:
Conducted thorough accessibility testing and remediation
Ensured keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility
Provided alternative text for images and multimedia content
Optimized color contrast and visual design for better readability
Minimized the use of flashing or moving content
Ensured all forms and functions are accessible
Regularly monitored and improved accessibility features
Declaration of partial compliance with the standard due to third-party content [only add if relevant]
Our commitment to accessibility may be impacted by third-party content integrated into the site. Certain pages or components may not fully conform to our accessibility standards due to dependencies on external content providers. We acknowledge this limitation and are actively working to address these issues to ensure a more comprehensive accessible experience.
Accessibility arrangements in the organization [only add if relevant]
At North Star Family Services, we extend our commitment to accessibility beyond our digital presence. Our physical offices and branches are designed to be fully inclusive, with accessible parking, public transportation access, and facilities equipped with features like audio inductions and elevators to enhance mobility for all individuals.
Requests, issues, and suggestions
Your feedback is essential in helping us maintain a fully accessible website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our site or require additional support, please reach out to our accessibility coordinator:
[Name of the accessibility coordinator]
[Telephone number of the accessibility coordinator]
[Email address of the accessibility coordinator]
[Enter any additional contact details if relevant / available]