Accessibility for People with Disabilities

Accessibility for People with Disabilities

Aspen Valley Hospital District is fully committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the Hospital’s public website user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Accessibility Statement

Aspen Valley Hospital District strives to adhere to the guidelines and standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. Our goal is to ensure our website is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and to provide a positive and accessible user experience. View our policy.

Accessibility Features

To support this commitment, we have implemented the following accessibility features:

• Alternative Text: Images and multimedia content include alternative text to provide context and information for users who rely on screen readers.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website is designed to be navigable by keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
• Text Resizing: Users can resize text to meet their needs without loss of content or functionality.
• Contrast and Color: We ensure sufficient contrast between text and background colors and avoid using color alone to convey information.
• Accessible Forms: All forms are designed to be accessible with clear labels, instructions, and error messages.
• Skip to Content: We provide “skip to content” links to allow users to bypass repetitive navigation elements.
• Accessible Documents: PDF and other document formats are made accessible or provided in alternative formats upon request.

Ongoing Compliance Efforts

Aspen Valley Hospital District is committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. We conduct regular audits and user testing to identify and address potential accessibility barriers. Our web development team receives training on accessibility best practices to ensure compliance with current standards.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions on how we can improve accessibility, please let us know by filling out the form below.

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 48 hours and to provide a solution or alternative within 72 hours, where feasible.

Ongoing Compliance Information

Compliance Officer

Aspen Valley Hospital District has designated Steven Knowles as its Compliance Officer. If you have compliance issues with our website, please contact our Compliance Officer for website disability-related accommodations.

Steven Knowles
Email: sknowles@aspenhospital.org
Phone: 970.544.1551

Accessibility Resources

For more information about web accessibility and the ADA, you may find the following resources helpful:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
• ADA National Network
• U.S. Department of Justice – ADA

Commitment to Accessibility

Aspen Valley Hospital District is dedicated to ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, has access to quality healthcare information and services. We are committed to making our website accessible and user-friendly for all visitors. Thank you for visiting Aspen Valley Hospital’s website and for your support in making our digital environment accessible to everyone.