Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

ConnectedMinds SLP is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. We strive to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.

Measures We Take

ConnectedMinds SLP takes the following measures to ensure accessibility:

• Include accessibility as part of our development process
• Use semantic HTML structure
• Provide text alternatives for non-text content
• Ensure sufficient color contrast ratios
• Make all functionality available from a keyboard
• Use clear and consistent navigation
• Design forms with clear labels and error messages
• Test with assistive technologies

Accessibility Features of This Website

• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed using a keyboard.
• Screen Reader Compatible: We use semantic HTML and ARIA labels to support screen readers.
• Text Alternatives: Images include alt text descriptions.
• Color Contrast: We maintain sufficient contrast between text and background colors.
• Resizable Text: Text can be resized without loss of functionality.
• Focus Indicators: Visible focus indicators help keyboard users navigate.
• Form Labels: All form fields have associated labels.

Teletherapy Accessibility

Our teletherapy platform (Zoom for Healthcare) includes accessibility features such as:

• Keyboard shortcuts for common actions
• Screen reader support
• Closed captioning options
• Adjustable display settings

If you need specific accommodations for your therapy sessions, please let us know and we will do our best to meet your needs.

Known Limitations

While we strive to ensure accessibility, some content may not yet be fully accessible. We are actively working to address any barriers. Known limitations include:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible; please contact us for accessible alternatives.
• Third-party content or links may not meet the same accessibility standards.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website and services. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

We will respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and work to address valid concerns.

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with:

• Major screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation

Legal Compliance

This accessibility statement reflects our commitment to providing equal access to our services in accordance with applicable laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.