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Nondiscrimination Statement

Uplifting Caregivers Association is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or sexual orientation. The organization prohibits discrimination in its programs, activities, and employment practices in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Iowa Civil Rights Act. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access for individuals with disabilities. If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, or if you wish to file a complaint, please contact Meredith Schiffke at m.schiffke@upliftingca.org

What web accessibility is

An accessible site allows visitors with disabilities to browse the site with the same or a similar level of ease and enjoyment as other visitors. This can be achieved with the capabilities of the system on which the site is operating, and through assistive technologies.

Accessibility adjustments on this site

We have adapted this site in accordance with WCAG 2.0 guidelines, and have made the site accessible to the level of AAA This site's contents have been adapted to work with assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboard use. As part of this effort, we have also:

  • Used the Accessibility Wizard to find and fix potential accessibility issues

  • Set the language of the site 

  • Set the content order of the site’s pages

  • Defined clear heading structures on all of the site’s pages

  • Added alternative text to images

  • Implemented color combinations that meet the required color contrast

  • Reduced the use of motion on the site

  • Ensured all videos, audio, and files on the site are accessible

Accessibility arrangements in the organization

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If you find an accessibility issue on the site, or if you require further assistance, you are welcome to contact us through the organization's accessibility coordinator:

Requests, issues, and suggestions

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