At Lakeside Table, we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for all of our visitors. We understand that every individual should be able to easily access and enjoy our content, regardless of their abilities or the devices they use. Our goal is to ensure that everyone, including individuals with disabilities, can navigate and interact with our site seamlessly.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We are dedicated to continuously improving the accessibility of our website, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of our readers. We believe in providing equal access to information and strive to make our content usable by everyone. Our team works diligently to meet and exceed accessibility standards and is open to feedback to further enhance the siteโs usability.
Accessibility Standard Used
Lakeside Table aims to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, which provide recommendations for improving web accessibility. These guidelines help us ensure that all users, regardless of their physical abilities or technology used, can interact with our content in a meaningful way. We also strive to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide a universally accessible experience.
Descriptive Text for Images
We understand the importance of making our images accessible. All images on Lakeside Table include alternative text (alt text) that describes the imageโs content and purpose. This ensures that visually impaired visitors, who rely on screen readers, can still understand the context of the images. Additionally, we take care to describe images that are part of the siteโs template, such as icons or background images, to ensure all elements are accessible.
Plain Language for Clear Communication
We use plain language throughout our blog to make sure that our content is clear and easy to understand for everyone. We avoid jargon, complex sentences, and unnecessary technical terms to ensure that our posts are readable for all audiences. We aim for a conversational tone, making it easy for anyone to follow our recipes, tips, and advice.
Sufficient Color Contrast
We ensure that there is sufficient contrast between text and its background to make the content legible for users with visual impairments, including color blindness. Our design follows WCAG standards for color contrast, ensuring that text stands out clearly against the background to enhance readability for everyone.
Flexible Font Sizes
Lakeside Table is designed to be flexible with its font sizes. Our siteโs text is responsive and adjusts according to your preferences, allowing users to enlarge or reduce the font size as needed. This ensures the content is readable across devices and by users with varying vision abilities.
Keyboard-Friendly Navigation
We have made our site keyboard-friendly, allowing users to navigate the entire site using only a keyboard. This includes moving through links, menus, and content with the tab key, ensuring accessibility for users with motor impairments who may not use a mouse. We test all interactive elements to ensure they are operable by keyboard alone.
Zoom-Friendly Design
To further support users with visual impairments, Lakeside Table is designed to be zoomable. You can increase the size of the page without losing any content or functionality. Our design ensures that content remains legible and accessible, even when zoomed in on devices such as computers, tablets, or smartphones.
Continuous Improvement
We are continually working to improve the accessibility of Lakeside Table. While we strive to meet all accessibility standards, we recognize that there may be occasional limitations. If you encounter any accessibility issues or have suggestions on how we can improve, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at madalaine@lakesidetable.com We appreciate your feedback and are committed to making this site as inclusive and user-friendly as possible.
Thank you for visiting Lakeside Table. Weโre excited to provide content that is enjoyable and accessible to everyone!