Accessibility Statement

Our commitment to providing an accessible website and dental services for all patients

At Sunnyside Dental, we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to achieve this.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We strive to ensure that our website and dental services are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. Our goal is to provide an experience that:

Works well with assistive technologies
Provides clear navigation and content structure
Uses sufficient color contrast for readability
Offers alternative text for images
Ensures keyboard accessibility
Provides clear focus indicators
Supports screen readers and other assistive devices

Physical Accessibility at Our Office

Our Sunnyside dental office is designed to be accessible to patients with disabilities. We provide:

Wheelchair accessible entrance and treatment rooms
Accessible restrooms with grab bars and adequate space
Elevator access to our second-floor office
Designated accessible parking spaces nearby
Staff trained to assist patients with special needs
Adjustable treatment chairs for easy transfer
Clear pathways throughout the office

If you require any specific accommodations for your dental visit, please let us know when scheduling your appointment, and we will do our best to assist you.

Web Accessibility Standards

We are working to achieve and maintain Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities and provide a better user experience for everyone.

Accessibility Features on Our Website

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Skip to Content Link: A link at the top of each page that allows keyboard users to bypass the navigation and go directly to the main content
Semantic HTML: Proper use of headings, landmarks, and other semantic elements to improve navigation for screen reader users
Alt Text for Images: Descriptive alternative text for images to ensure screen reader users understand the content
Color Contrast: Sufficient contrast between text and background colors to ensure readability (minimum 4.5:1 ratio)
Responsive Design: Our website adapts to different screen sizes and devices, making it accessible on mobile phones, tablets, and desktop computers
Keyboard Navigation: All functionality is operable through a keyboard interface without requiring specific timings
Focus Indicators: Clear visual indicators when elements receive keyboard focus
ARIA Attributes: Appropriate use of ARIA labels, roles, and properties to enhance accessibility for users of assistive technologies
Form Labels: All form inputs have associated labels and clear error messages
Consistent Navigation: Navigation structure remains consistent across all pages

Assistive Technologies Supported

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

Screen readers (including NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and TalkBack)
Screen magnification software
Speech recognition software
Keyboard-only navigation
Voice control software
Switch navigation devices

Recent Accessibility Improvements

We have recently implemented several accessibility enhancements:

Improved color contrast for emergency navigation elements
Enhanced focus indicators for better keyboard navigation
Added comprehensive ARIA labels and descriptions
Implemented proper heading hierarchy throughout the site
Added screen reader announcements for dynamic content
Optimized mobile accessibility features

Known Limitations

While we strive to ensure that our website is accessible to all users, there may be some limitations:

Some older content may not fully meet our current accessibility standards
Third-party content or functionality that we cannot fully control
PDF documents and other attachments may not be fully accessible (we are working to provide alternative formats)
Some embedded maps and videos may have limited accessibility features

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve the accessibility of our website on an ongoing basis.

Feedback and Assistance

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website and dental services. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Contact Information

Sunnyside Dental
47-01 Queens Blvd, Suite 202
Sunnyside, NY 11104
Phone: (718) 706-1717
Email: sunnysidedental1@gmail.com

We will do our best to address your concerns and provide the information or assistance you need in an accessible format within 5 business days.

Ongoing Commitment

Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are committed to:

Regularly testing our website with assistive technologies
Training our staff on accessibility best practices
Incorporating accessibility considerations into all new website features
Staying current with accessibility standards and guidelines
Seeking feedback from users with disabilities

Additional Resources

For more information about web accessibility, please visit the following resources:

Last Updated: January 22, 2025