Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

Kathy S. Hevrin DDS is committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website and adhere to many of the available standards and guidelines.

Accessibility Standards

This website endeavors to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.

The guidelines set out three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. We aim to comply with Level AA, which is the generally accepted standard for accessibility.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard without requiring a mouse.
• Skip to Content: A "skip to main content" link is provided at the top of each page for screen reader and keyboard users.
• Alternative Text: All meaningful images include descriptive alternative text.
• Semantic Structure: Content uses proper heading hierarchy and semantic HTML elements for clarity.
• Color Contrast: Text and background color combinations are designed to meet WCAG contrast requirements.
• Resizable Text: Text can be resized using browser controls without loss of functionality.
• Accessible Forms: Form fields include associated labels for screen reader compatibility.

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility across our entire website, some third-party content or embedded features (such as maps, social media feeds, or external forms) may not be fully accessible. We are not responsible for the accessibility of content provided by third parties but will make every effort to ensure compatibility.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We continually review our website to identify and address accessibility barriers and improve the experience for all users. We welcome feedback as part of our commitment to making our website as accessible as possible.

Feedback and Assistance

If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website, or if you need information in an alternative format, please contact us. We will make every reasonable effort to provide the information you need in a format that works for you.

Physical Accessibility

In addition to digital accessibility, we are committed to making our physical office accessible to all patients:

• Wheelchair-accessible entrance and treatment rooms
• Accessible restroom facilities
• Accommodations available upon request (e.g., assistance with paperwork, interpreter services)
• Staff trained to assist patients with diverse needs