Today marks National Inclusion Week, an important date in all our calendars where we raise awareness and open up the conversation about inclusion to ensure accessibility for all. 

Rotherham Hospice is proud to share, promote and inspire inclusion practices and culture across all our services, to create a better environment for all. To support everyone online, we provide Recite Me accessibility software across our website. Just click the Accessibility Tools button at the to of each page. Our aim is to support those with disabilities, learning difficulties, visual impairments, or people who speak English as a second language to easily navigate the Rotherham Hospice website. 

Tracey Craggs, Director of Clinical Services at Rotherham Hospice, explains:

“Inclusion is important at Rotherham Hospice. When a family comes to us, it is often during a difficult time, so it’s important that everyone who needs our services can access them easily.

Website Accessibility Tools such as text-to-speech, translation and magnification from Recite Me are some of the ways we ensure our Rotherham families can always get the care they need quickly and easily. You can also call us on 01709 308 900 and our friendly reception team will do their best to answer your query.”

When visiting our website people, are able to use our suite of accessibility tools to create a unique user experience. These tools include text-to-speech functionality, fully customisable styling features, reading aids, and a translation tool with over 100 languages, including 35 text-to-speech voices and many other features. Together we can build an inclusive online world. This starts by creating awareness on an individual or organisational level, and helping others to understand the opportunities presented by inclusion, we can all make a positive difference.