Accessibility Statement for The Daily Grind

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At The Daily Grind, we are committed to providing a website and physical environment that is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that all our customers should be able to easily access and enjoy our coffee, pastries, and welcoming atmosphere, both online and in person.

Website Accessibility

We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website to ensure it complies with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Our website includes the following features to enhance accessibility:

  • Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate.
  • Alternative Text: All images on our website have descriptive alternative text, allowing users who are blind or visually impaired to understand the content of the images.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
  • Color Contrast: We have ensured that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors, making it easier for users with low vision to read our content.
  • Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for all users to find the information they need.
  • Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings.
  • Forms: All forms on our website are designed to be accessible, with clear labels and instructions.
  • ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, further enhancing accessibility.

Physical Accessibility of Our Seattle Cafe

We strive to make our physical cafe location in Seattle as accessible as possible. We have implemented the following measures:

  • Wheelchair Accessibility: Our cafe entrance is wheelchair accessible, with a ramp providing access from the sidewalk.
  • Accessible Restroom: We have an accessible restroom with appropriate grab bars and turning space.
  • Spacious Layout: Our cafe has a spacious layout with ample room for maneuvering wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
  • Service Animals Welcome: We welcome service animals in our cafe.
  • Staff Training: Our staff is trained to assist customers with disabilities and provide a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone.
  • Accessible Seating: We offer a variety of seating options, including tables and chairs that are accessible for individuals using wheelchairs.
  • Assistive Technology Compatibility: Our point-of-sale system is compatible with screen readers and other assistive technologies.

WCAG/ARIA Compliance Details

Our website aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. We regularly audit our website and make updates to address any accessibility issues that are identified. We use a combination of automated testing tools and manual reviews to ensure compliance. We also leverage ARIA attributes to further enhance the accessibility of our website for users of assistive technologies.

Specific ARIA roles and attributes used include:

  • aria-label for providing descriptive labels for interactive elements.
  • aria-describedby for associating form elements with descriptive text.
  • aria-hidden for hiding decorative elements from assistive technologies.
  • Use of landmarks such as
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  • Use of role="button" and other ARIA roles to provide semantic information about the purpose of interactive elements.

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to ongoing efforts to improve accessibility. This includes regularly reviewing our website and physical cafe to identify and address any accessibility barriers. We also welcome feedback from our customers on how we can improve accessibility. We plan to perform regular accessibility audits using automated tools like WAVE and Axe DevTools, and also conduct manual audits by accessibility experts.

Accessibility Consultant

The Daily Grind partners with AccessAbility Solutions, a Seattle-based accessibility consulting firm, to conduct regular audits and provide guidance on maintaining and improving accessibility. Their expertise ensures that we stay up-to-date with the latest accessibility standards and best practices.

Feedback and Contact Information

We are always striving to improve the accessibility of our website and cafe. If you have any feedback or suggestions, or if you encounter any accessibility issues, please contact us:

Accessibility Coordinator: Maria Rodriguez

Email: [email protected] Phone: (206) 555-2345

We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner.

Alternative Formats

If you need information from our website in an alternative format, such as large print or braille, please contact us using the contact information above. We will do our best to provide the information in a format that meets your needs.

Navigation Links

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