Accessibility Statement
Effective Date: 01/2025
At Elena’s Tamales, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible website experience for all our customers. In compliance with applicable laws, including the California Unruh Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we strive to ensure that individuals with disabilities can access and use our website with ease.
1. Accessibility Features
Our website incorporates the following features to enhance accessibility:
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Keyboard Navigation: Designed to be navigable using a keyboard for individuals with mobility impairments.
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Alternative Text (Alt Text): All images include descriptive alt text for screen readers.
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Readable Fonts: Fonts are legible, with adequate size and contrast for readability.
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Color Contrast: Ensured compliance with WCAG guidelines for sufficient color contrast between text and background.
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Responsive Design: Fully functional across devices, including desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.
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Accessible Forms: Forms include labels and instructions for ease of use with assistive technologies.
2. Partnering with accessiBe
To enhance the accessibility of our website, we have partnered with accessiBe, a leading accessibility solution provider. The accessiBe platform continuously monitors and improves our website to ensure compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1.
With accessiBe’s AI-powered tools, visitors can access features such as:
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Screen reader optimization.
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Keyboard navigation adjustments.
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Color and font customizations for improved readability.
For more information on accessiBe’s technology, visit accessiBe's website.
3. Ongoing Efforts
We regularly review our website to ensure it meets accessibility standards and provides a user-friendly experience for all visitors. Through our partnership with accessiBe, we are committed to maintaining and improving accessibility features on our platform.
4. Feedback
We value your input in making our website more accessible. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
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Phone: (209) 614-8897
When reaching out, please provide:
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The specific issue you encountered.
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The page or feature you were attempting to use.
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Your preferred method of communication for follow-up.
5. Third-Party Tools and Content
While we strive to make all content accessible, some third-party tools or features (e.g., DoorDash, Uber Eats) may not fully comply with accessibility standards. We encourage users experiencing difficulties with these tools to contact the respective providers directly.
6. Legal Compliance
This statement reflects our commitment to accessibility as required by:
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California Unruh Civil Rights Act: Ensuring equal access to online services for individuals with disabilities.
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ADA Title III: Promoting accessibility for public accommodations, including websites.
7. Updates to This Statement
We may update this Accessibility Statement as needed to reflect improvements or changes in laws and regulations. Any updates will be posted on this page with the corresponding effective date.
Thank you for choosing Elena’s Tamales. We are proud to partner with accessiBe in ensuring that everyone can enjoy our website and services without barriers.