Accessibility

Our commitment to making Visalia365 accessible to everyone

At Visalia365, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and continuously work to improve the accessibility of our platform.

Accessibility Features

The following accessibility features have been implemented on our website:

Keyboard Navigation

All interactive elements on our website can be accessed and operated using only a keyboard. You can navigate through links, buttons, and form fields using the Tab key, and activate them using Enter or Space. Focus indicators are clearly visible to show which element is currently selected.

Screen Reader Support

Our website includes features to enhance screen reader compatibility:

  • ARIA labels on icon-only buttons for clear identification
  • ARIA expanded states on interactive elements like accordions
  • Semantic HTML elements (header, nav, main, footer) for proper page structure
  • Descriptive alt text on event and venue images
  • Proper heading hierarchy for content organization

Visible Focus Indicators

All interactive elements have clearly visible focus indicators. When navigating with a keyboard, you'll see a distinct ring around buttons, links, and form fields to indicate which element is currently focused. This helps users understand their position on the page.

Accessible Forms

Our forms are designed with accessibility in mind:

  • All input fields have associated label elements using htmlFor attributes
  • Required fields are clearly marked with asterisks and "required" attributes
  • Form validation provides clear error messages
  • Form fields are keyboard accessible and support tab navigation

Semantic HTML Structure

Our website uses semantic HTML5 elements to provide a clear page structure:

  • Proper heading hierarchy (h1, h2, h3) for content organization
  • Semantic elements like header, nav, main, section, and footer
  • HTML lang attribute set to "en" for language identification
  • Logical content flow that makes sense when read by assistive technologies

Responsive Design

Our website is designed to be fully accessible on all devices, including mobile phones, tablets, and desktop computers. The mobile-first approach ensures that content is readable and interactive elements are appropriately sized for touch interfaces.

How to Use Accessibility Features

Keyboard Navigation

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

Browser Zoom

You can zoom in on our website up to 200% without losing functionality. Use your browser's zoom controls (Ctrl/Cmd + orCtrl/Cmd -) to adjust the text size to your preference.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Visalia365

PO Box 1996

Visalia, CA 93279

Email: hello@visalia365.com

When reporting an issue, please include:

  • The page URL where you encountered the issue
  • A description of the problem
  • The assistive technology you're using (if applicable)
  • Your browser and operating system

Ongoing Improvements

We regularly review and update our website to improve accessibility. This includes testing with assistive technologies, conducting accessibility audits, and implementing user feedback. We are committed to maintaining and improving our accessibility standards as technology evolves.

Third-Party Content

Some content on our website may be provided by third parties (such as embedded maps or social media widgets). While we strive to ensure all content is accessible, we may not have full control over the accessibility of third-party content. If you encounter accessibility issues with third-party content, please let us know and we will work with our partners to address them.