accessibility statement
Introduction
Whitefield Dental ("we", "us", "our") is committed to ensuring that our services and facilities are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. This Accessibility Statement outlines the measures we have taken to make our practice and website accessible, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and relevant guidelines.
Our Commitment
At Whitefield Dental, we strive to provide a welcoming and accessible environment for everyone. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our services and facilities to ensure that all patients receive high-quality dental care, regardless of their abilities.
Physical Accessibility
Accessible Premises
Our dental practice is located at [Insert Address], Whitefield, Manchester, UK. The premises have been designed to accommodate patients with varying mobility needs:
Step-Free Access: Our practice has step-free access at the entrance to ensure that wheelchair users and those with limited mobility can enter and exit the building comfortably.
Ramp with bar: Our practice has a ramp with a supported bar at the entrance to ensure that wheelchair users and those with limited mobility can enter and exit the building comfortably.
Parking: There are parking spaces close to the entrance of our practice for easy access.
Assistance
Our team is trained to assist patients with disabilities and can offer help with entering the building, navigating the premises, or any other support required during your visit. Please let us know in advance if you have any specific needs.
Website Accessibility
We are committed to making our website [insert website URL] accessible to as many users as possible, regardless of the technology they use or their abilities.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
We are working to ensure that our website meets or exceeds the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, which are the international standards for web accessibility.Accessibility Features
Text Size and Contrast: Users can adjust the text size and contrast settings in their browser to improve readability.
Navigation: Our website is designed to be navigable using a keyboard or screen reader, allowing users to access all content without the use of a mouse.
Accessible Forms: Our online forms are designed to be accessible, with clear labels and instructions.
Continuous Improvement
We regularly review our website to ensure that it remains accessible. We welcome feedback from our users on how we can improve accessibility.
Feedback and Contact Information
We are committed to making your experience at Whitefield Dental as accessible as possible. If you encounter any barriers to accessibility or have suggestions for improvements, please contact us:
Whitefield Dental
118 Radcliffe New Road
Whitefield, Manchester, UK
M45 7WQ
Email: dentist@whitefielddentalpractice.co.uk
Phone: 0161 766 6164
We aim to respond to accessibility-related inquiries within 5 working days.
Third-Party Content
Our website may include links to third-party websites or content that we do not control. We cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party websites, but we encourage these providers to offer accessible content. Please contact us if you encounter accessibility issues on linked websites, and we will assist you where possible.
Ongoing Efforts
We are dedicated to improving the accessibility of our services and facilities. We regularly review our policies, procedures, and practices to ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant regulations.
Date of Last Update
This Accessibility Statement was last updated on 28 August 2024. We may update this statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices or regulatory requirements.