Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

Dr. Stacey Denise is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all people, including those with disabilities and neurodivergent individuals. We believe that everyone deserves access to health information and support, regardless of ability.

We are actively working to ensure our website and digital content meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation & Interaction

• Keyboard navigation support (tab through all interactive elements)
• Skip to main content links
• Consistent navigation structure across pages
• Clear focus indicators for keyboard users

Visual Accessibility

• Screen reader compatibility (tested with standard assistive technologies)
• Alternative text (alt text) for images and graphics
• Clear heading structure (proper H1 to H6 hierarchy)
• Color contrast standards meeting WCAG AA requirements (4.5:1 minimum)
• Resizable text up to 200% without loss of functionality
• No content that flashes more than 3 times per second

Content & Media

• Captions for video content (when available)
• Transcripts for audio content (podcasts, webinars)
• Plain language whenever possible
• Descriptive link text (no “click here” links)

Neuroaffirming Design

• Sensory-friendly color palettes
• Reduced motion options (respects prefers-reduced-motion settings)
• Clear, predictable layouts
• Content warnings for potentially triggering topics
• Adjustable reading time (no auto-advancing carousels)

Ongoing Efforts

We view accessibility as an ongoing effort and continuously review and improve our website through:

• Regular accessibility audits using automated and manual testing
• User feedback integration from our community
• Content updates and remediation of identified issues
• Staff training on accessibility best practices

Known Limitations

While we strive for adherence to the accepted guidelines and standards for accessibility and usability, it is not always possible to do so in all areas of the website at all times. We are currently working to address the following limitations:

• Some older blog posts may not have complete alt text (currently being updated).
• Third-party embedded content (such as social media feeds or certain video players) may have accessibility gaps outside of our direct control.
• Certain legacy PDF documents are being converted to accessible formats.

Feedback & Assistance

If you encounter any barriers accessing our website, or require assistance or an alternative format for any content, please contact us immediately. We will work with you to provide the information, item, or transaction you seek through an alternate communication method that is accessible for you consistent with applicable law.