FAQS

CONTACT US

How is this site accessible?

• Use of large font with high contrast colors for visually impaired or color blind.

• Large clickable, easy to see, touchable buttons for people with poor hand eye coordination.

• Access keys for easy navigation for people that struggle to use a mouse with precision.

• Content is simple and clear to provide for ease of navigation for those with  reduced cognitive ability.

• Pages are written in text for screen readers with Alt tags that are used to describe an image.

• No flashing lights or slide shows to avoid causing issues for users with epilepsy.

• No background music which would make it difficult to hear podcast or other audio

• The site explains how to make web browsers and media players accessible. Browser features are particularly important to users who have accessibility needs that should be met through browsers instead of requiring additional assistive technologies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main features of the site?

• HOME

The introductory page which serves as a table of contents for the site.

• HELPFUL LINKS

Comprehensive list of helpful links to additional disability resources

• DISABILITY RESOURCES

A page that list valuable information on specific resources.

• NEWS

Peabody Commission on Disability and other area agencies in the news.

• EVENTS

A page that features concerts, meetings, expos, or any events that relate to people with varied abilities.

• CONTACT US

A contact page is a standard web page used to allow the visitor to contact the Peabody Commission on Disability with questions or comments or to report an issue.  There is a contact form with entries where the visitor can fill in their name, subject and message and send it.

• YOUTUBE

The Peabody Commission on Disability YouTube channel is a video sharing service where visitors can watch, like and comment on uploaded videos.