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Accessibility Statement

Mental Health US is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Mental Health US is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that everyone should have equal access to mental health resources and information, regardless of their abilities or the technologies they use to access the web.

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards, which provide a framework for making web content more accessible to people with disabilities. Our ongoing efforts include regular accessibility audits, user testing with assistive technologies, and continuous improvements to our platform.

Accessibility Features

Visual Accessibility

  • Sufficient color contrast ratios for readability
  • Scalable text that works with browser zoom up to 200%
  • Alternative text for all images and graphics
  • Clear visual hierarchy with proper heading structure
  • Focus indicators for keyboard navigation

Keyboard Navigation

  • Full keyboard navigation support for all interactive elements
  • Skip links to main content areas
  • Logical tab order throughout the site
  • Visible focus indicators on all focusable elements
  • Standard keyboard navigation patterns

Screen Reader Support

  • Semantic HTML markup for proper screen reader interpretation
  • ARIA labels and descriptions for complex elements
  • Proper heading structure (H1-H6) for content navigation
  • Form labels clearly associated with input fields
  • Status updates announced to assistive technologies

Mobile Accessibility

  • Touch targets sized appropriately (minimum 44px)
  • Responsive design that works across all device sizes
  • Optimized for mobile screen readers
  • Touch-friendly interface design
  • Portrait and landscape orientation support

WCAG 2.1 Compliance

We follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 to ensure our website meets international accessibility standards.

Level A

Compliant

Basic accessibility features

  • Images have alternative text
  • Content is keyboard accessible
  • Page has proper headings
  • Links have descriptive text

Level AA

Compliant

Enhanced accessibility features

  • Color contrast meets 4.5:1 ratio
  • Text can be resized up to 200%
  • Focus is visible and logical
  • Content is responsive to different screen sizes

Supported Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to work with a variety of assistive technologies, including:

Screen Readers

  • • JAWS (Job Access With Speech)
  • • NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access)
  • • VoiceOver (macOS and iOS)
  • • TalkBack (Android)

Other Technologies

  • • Voice recognition software
  • • Switch navigation devices
  • • Eye-tracking systems
  • • Magnification software

Ongoing Accessibility Efforts

Regular Audits

We conduct regular accessibility audits using both automated tools and manual testing to identify and address potential barriers.

User Testing

We engage users with disabilities in our testing process to ensure our website meets real-world accessibility needs.

Continuous Improvement

We continuously update and improve our accessibility features based on user feedback and evolving best practices.

Known Accessibility Issues

We are actively working to address the following known accessibility issues:

  • • Some third-party embedded content may not fully meet accessibility standards
  • • Complex interactive maps may require alternative navigation methods
  • • We are continuously improving color contrast in some interface elements

If you encounter any accessibility barriers not listed here, please contact us so we can address them promptly.

How to Use Our Site Accessibly

Keyboard Navigation

  • • Press Tab to move forward through interactive elements
  • • Press Shift + Tab to move backward
  • • Press Enter or Space to activate buttons and links
  • • Use arrow keys to navigate within menus and form controls

Screen Reader Tips

  • • Use heading navigation to quickly jump between sections
  • • Form fields are properly labeled for easy identification
  • • Skip links are available to jump to main content
  • • Loading states and errors are clearly indicated

Browser Settings

  • • Increase text size using your browser's zoom function (up to 200%)
  • • Enable high contrast mode in your operating system
  • • Use browser extensions for additional accessibility features
  • • Customize your browser's color and font preferences

Accessibility Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Mental Health US. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know.

Phone

231-631-7712

Email

admin@mentalhealthus.org

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and will work to address any issues as quickly as possible.

Standards and Guidelines

Standards We Follow

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA

    Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

  • Section 508

    U.S. Federal accessibility requirements

  • ADA Compliance

    Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines

Testing Methods

  • Automated accessibility scanning tools
  • Manual testing with screen readers
  • Keyboard-only navigation testing
  • Color contrast verification

This accessibility statement was last updated on May 12, 2026.