Last Updated: October 2025
Our Commitment to Accessibility
Function First Rehab is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.
Conformance Status
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines help make web content accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities, including:
- Visual impairments (blindness, low vision, color blindness)
- Hearing impairments
- Motor impairments
- Cognitive impairments
- Learning disabilities
- Neurological disabilities
Measures to Support Accessibility
Function First Rehab takes the following measures to ensure accessibility:
- Include accessibility as part of our website design and development process
- Maintain an accessibility policy and procedures
- Provide continual accessibility training for our staff
- Test our website regularly with assistive technologies
- Conduct user testing with people who have disabilities
- Include people with disabilities in our design personas
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following features:
Navigation and Structure
- Clear and consistent navigation throughout the site
- Descriptive page titles and headings
- Logical content structure and reading order
- Skip-to-content links for keyboard navigation
- Breadcrumb navigation on relevant pages
Visual Design
- Sufficient color contrast ratios (WCAG AA compliant)
- Text resizing up to 200% without loss of functionality
- No information conveyed by color alone
- Readable fonts and appropriate text sizing
- Responsive design for various screen sizes and devices
Content
- Descriptive alternative text for images
- Clear link text that describes destinations
- Video captions and transcripts (where applicable)
- Simple, plain language throughout
- Consistent and predictable page layouts
Forms and Interactions
- Clearly labeled form fields
- Error messages that are clear and helpful
- Visible focus indicators for keyboard navigation
- Sufficient time to complete forms
- Confirmation messages for form submissions
Technical Features
- Semantic HTML markup
- ARIA landmarks and labels where appropriate
- Keyboard accessible functionality
- Screen reader compatibility
- No time limits on content reading
Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to be compatible with:
- Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
- Screen magnification software
- Speech recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
- Browser accessibility features
- Operating system accessibility settings
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts, some content may have accessibility limitations:
Third-Party Content
- Embedded booking systems may have limited accessibility
- Social media widgets controlled by third parties
- Some embedded maps or videos may not be fully accessible
Legacy Content
- Older documents or images may not have alternative text
- Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible
We are actively working to address these limitations.
Physical Accessibility
Our clinic location offers:
- Accessible parking spaces
- Level access to the building
- Wide doorways and corridors
- Accessible bathroom facilities
- Treatment areas accommodating wheelchairs and mobility aids
For specific accessibility requirements or assistance, please contact us before your appointment.
Feedback and Contact
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 089 449 1706
Address: Function First Rehab, Longford Arms Hotel Leisure Centre, Main St, Townparks, Longford, N39 X4H6, Ireland
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.
Assessment and Testing
This accessibility statement was last reviewed on October 2025. Our website accessibility is assessed through:
- Automated accessibility testing tools
- Manual testing with assistive technologies
- Keyboard-only navigation testing
- Color contrast verification
- User testing with people with disabilities
- Third-party accessibility audits (periodic)
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you may contact:
Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission
16-22 Green Street, Dublin 7, D07 CR20, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 858 9601
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ihrec.ie
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuous accessibility improvement. Our ongoing efforts include:
- Regular accessibility audits and testing
- Staff training on accessibility best practices
- Updating content to meet current standards
- Implementing user feedback
- Monitoring technological advances in accessibility
This statement will be updated as our website evolves and accessibility standards advance.
