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Tuesday, 21 September 2010
Does your organisation provide accessible versions(i.e Braille)of their documents for those who cannot access standard print?
http://polls.linkedin.com/p/103359/xyzet
Are you aware of Easyread format which involves translating a document for use by people with learning disabilities?
http://polls.linkedin.com/p/103496/sbpnr
Tuesday, 14 July 2009
Wednesday, 11 February 2009
Accessible accounts? Don't bank on it!
Disabled savers are being hit as the number of accounts accessible in branches has fallen by a quarter in the past year.
Many older savers, particularly pensioners, prefer the certainty of paying in their money at a branch. A year ago, there were 1,025 easy access accounts offering in-branch transactions, compared to just 752 today, according to the research by personal finance website MoneyExpert.com. They may not have access to a computer or may have security concerns about banking online.
But their choice of accounts accessible in branches has reduced as banks close them in favour of offering more tempting deals online. Internet savings accounts are much more cost effective than branch accounts for banks and the research showed savers pay a premium for insisting on having a branch facility.
Sean Gardner, director of MoneyExpert.com, said: "There's been a real shift to online banking in recent years. But with savers now so much more uncertain about the safety of their money, having an account that offers the security of being able to physically make transactions in-branch is an obvious plus.
"Older savers, in particular, like the assurance offered by dealing with their bank face to face, but it seems they're being punished with the rates offered."
All the major high street banks offer transcriptions in alternative formats to improve the customer journey for their visually impaired customers, but more can be done to make their finances more accessible. Providing literature in alternative formats in the banking hall for example and sending out transcriptions as soon as possible after the original documents are produced are just some of the ways improvements can be made.
Also banks need to communicate regulatory mailings with their customers in the preferred format to avoid potential legal action.
TransMedia Link works with many banks, building societies and financial institutions to provide a first class service to their visually impaired customers.
Contact us today to find out how we can help you.
Many older savers, particularly pensioners, prefer the certainty of paying in their money at a branch. A year ago, there were 1,025 easy access accounts offering in-branch transactions, compared to just 752 today, according to the research by personal finance website MoneyExpert.com. They may not have access to a computer or may have security concerns about banking online.
But their choice of accounts accessible in branches has reduced as banks close them in favour of offering more tempting deals online. Internet savings accounts are much more cost effective than branch accounts for banks and the research showed savers pay a premium for insisting on having a branch facility.
Sean Gardner, director of MoneyExpert.com, said: "There's been a real shift to online banking in recent years. But with savers now so much more uncertain about the safety of their money, having an account that offers the security of being able to physically make transactions in-branch is an obvious plus.
"Older savers, in particular, like the assurance offered by dealing with their bank face to face, but it seems they're being punished with the rates offered."
All the major high street banks offer transcriptions in alternative formats to improve the customer journey for their visually impaired customers, but more can be done to make their finances more accessible. Providing literature in alternative formats in the banking hall for example and sending out transcriptions as soon as possible after the original documents are produced are just some of the ways improvements can be made.
Also banks need to communicate regulatory mailings with their customers in the preferred format to avoid potential legal action.
TransMedia Link works with many banks, building societies and financial institutions to provide a first class service to their visually impaired customers.
Contact us today to find out how we can help you.
Monday, 5 January 2009
Happy Birthday to Lou!
Louis Braille - January 4th 1809 - January 6th 1852
Blind people around the world are celebrating the 200th birthday of blind communication pioneer Louis Braille.
The Frenchman gave his name to the revolutionary code of six dots that help the blind read, write and do everyday things that sighted people take for granted.
There are 18,000 UK adults using Braille and the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is leading the celebrations of Louis Braille's great achievement throughout 2009.
Braille is not simply used in books - documents such as phone and utility bills, bank statements, lifestyle magazines, shopping catalogues, theatre guides and government reports are regularly transcribed. The list is endless.
David Blunkett MP said: "Braille is a choice.
"For some it means a lifeline to independence, for others, access to literature or information.
"Braille can be hi-tech, or can be produced using old-fashioned means just about anywhere in the world.
"Braille opens up so many opportunities for equality, for independence, and for freedom and privacy: from a simple label on a tin or packet, through to the development of notes for speaking or delivering a statement to the House of Commons.
TransMedia Link can help you with produce your literature in Braille and other accessible formats. Contact one of our Account Managers today for a bespoke solution.
Blind people around the world are celebrating the 200th birthday of blind communication pioneer Louis Braille.
The Frenchman gave his name to the revolutionary code of six dots that help the blind read, write and do everyday things that sighted people take for granted.
There are 18,000 UK adults using Braille and the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is leading the celebrations of Louis Braille's great achievement throughout 2009.
Braille is not simply used in books - documents such as phone and utility bills, bank statements, lifestyle magazines, shopping catalogues, theatre guides and government reports are regularly transcribed. The list is endless.
David Blunkett MP said: "Braille is a choice.
"For some it means a lifeline to independence, for others, access to literature or information.
"Braille can be hi-tech, or can be produced using old-fashioned means just about anywhere in the world.
"Braille opens up so many opportunities for equality, for independence, and for freedom and privacy: from a simple label on a tin or packet, through to the development of notes for speaking or delivering a statement to the House of Commons.
TransMedia Link can help you with produce your literature in Braille and other accessible formats. Contact one of our Account Managers today for a bespoke solution.
Tuesday, 23 December 2008
Accessible Doc's...
Action for Blind People have been asked to carry out a scoping exercise on behalf of the Department of Health on what issues vision impaired people have when accessing GP Practices, from the point of actually needing to make an appointment to actually being in contact with a relevant professional practitioner (e.g. doctor or nurse).This could be an actual face to face appointment, telephone consultation, or receiving patient advice and other documentation in their preferred alternative format.
They would like to know what patients find particularly difficult or challenging when they need to see their local GP or a member of the practice team and are interested in learning any ways in which patients feel their Practice has improved access.
The feedback will be fed into the work of the GP Access Programme as the Department of Health who are looking at ways in which local health providers can improve access and better respond to the needs of particular patients including those with sensory loss.
For more information visit the Action for blind people’s website.
http://www.actionforblindpeople.org.uk
The Department of Health produces many leaflets in alternative formats but more can be done on an individual Practice level.
TransMedia Link can help you become more accessible, visit our website to find out how. www.transmedialink.co.uk
They would like to know what patients find particularly difficult or challenging when they need to see their local GP or a member of the practice team and are interested in learning any ways in which patients feel their Practice has improved access.
The feedback will be fed into the work of the GP Access Programme as the Department of Health who are looking at ways in which local health providers can improve access and better respond to the needs of particular patients including those with sensory loss.
For more information visit the Action for blind people’s website.
http://www.actionforblindpeople.org.uk
The Department of Health produces many leaflets in alternative formats but more can be done on an individual Practice level.
TransMedia Link can help you become more accessible, visit our website to find out how. www.transmedialink.co.uk
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