Accessibility Statement

Last updated: June 2026

Our commitment

Saint Francis Rescue and Sanctuary of Yuma is committed to making this website usable for everyone, including people who rely on assistive technology. Accessibility is part of how we try to treat every visitor — and every animal — with dignity.

What we've done

We've designed and built this site with accessibility in mind from the start:

• Semantic HTML structure with clear headings and landmarks
• Descriptive alternative text on meaningful images throughout the site
• Color combinations chosen for readable contrast against backgrounds
• Keyboard navigation on menus, forms, and animal cards
• Visible focus states on all interactive elements
• Accessible form labels and error messages
• Reduced-motion support — animations are minimized if your device requests it
• Responsive layout that works across phones, tablets, and desktops

Conformance

We aim to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. As a small, volunteer-run organization we improve the site continually, so some areas may not yet fully conform. We're committed to getting there.

Known limitations

Animal photos are uploaded by volunteers and alternative text may occasionally be brief or generic. We work to improve these over time. Third-party tools we link to (donation platforms, social media embeds) are outside our control and may not meet the same standards we hold ourselves to.

Feedback and accessibility issues

If you run into a barrier on this site, please tell us — it genuinely helps us fix it. Reach out through our contact form, Facebook page, or send us an email. Describe the page and the problem you ran into. We aim to respond within 48 hours.