Is Your Online Presence
ADA Compliant?
Disability is a part of being human.
Almost everyone will temporarily or permanently experience disability at some point in their life. An estimated 1.3 billion people – about 16% of the global population – currently experience significant disability. This number is increasing due in part to population aging and an increase in the prevalence of non-communicable diseases.
Disabilities are not always obvious
Mobile Impairments
Vision Impairment
Auditory Impairments
Learning, Age-Related and Other
What you need to know about Hiring a Disability Consultant
Our ADA Consulting Services are specifically tailored to support medium and large websites, such as non-profit organizations, government websites, and businesses that serve the general public in achieving ADA accessibility compliance while maintaining an attractive and SEO-friendly site.
Start with Free Tools!
You can start your journey by downloading ANDI - a free tool for testing your website which can be downloaded here. There are also other free tools (check back frequently for updates): NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) A free screen reader for Windows. Download Here YouTube Automatic Captions Learn how to automatically caption videos. Guide Here
4 Things to Look for When Hiring a Consultant
- Qualifications – Ensure your consultant has the right expertise. We hold two certifications from the Rocky Mountain ADA Center and continue training.
- WCAG Expertise – No federal laws mandate website accessibility, but WCAG standards guide web professionals and ADA consultants.
- Case Studies & Testimonials – Request client references on our ADA consulting work.
- Tailored Approach – Every organization has unique needs. Your consultant should understand yours.
Why Hire a Consultant
A consultant possesses the expertise not only in accessibility but also the legal and practical aspects. They can guide you through the journey, ensuring you don’t fall for unnecessary solutions or get entangled in legal issues. The technology is constantly changing to meet the needs of many disabilities and we can help you stay on top of those changes.
Looking
for a speaker?
These talks offer practical guidance for making digital
spaces more inclusive and user-friendly.
- Why Accessibility Matters (overview)
- Benefits of an Accessible Digital Presence
- Simple Steps Toward an Accessible Website
Mary-Frances has been sought after to deliver solo presentations and participate in expert panels on topics such as Social Media, Websites, and Digital Marketing. Her speaking engagements have spanned a variety of organizations, including the African Travel Association, the Broomfield Chamber, Mothers for Affordable Housing, the Cherry Creek Business Women’s Association, Alignable, and the Longmont Chamber.
Schedule an appointment today!
Book a free 1/2 hour consultation and learn how we can work with you or your organization.
- Facebook Accessibility
- YouTube Accessibility
- General ADA Social Media Guidelines
- Website Evaluation
- ADA Consulting
- ADA Compliance Training
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