<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Splash Box Marketing LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Full service creative design agency and ADA 508 Compliance company. ]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/resources</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 11:17:32 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.splashboxmarketing.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Everything You Need to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medicare’s open enrollment season is a critical time of year for millions of Americans. Whether you’re already enrolled in Medicare or approaching eligibility, understanding how open enrollment works can help you make better health coverage decisions as well as potentially saving you money. This guide covers the 101: everything you need to know about what Medicare is, who qualifies, and what you need to do to get covered.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/everything-you-need-to-know-about-medicare-open-enrollment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32be0bcf81212a9feb588b</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides for Seniors]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:42:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_40ea75c33ab94646895392cd683d4f7b~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Graphic Design that Speaks to Every Generation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good graphic design should be accessible, intuitive, and clear – regardless of age. As our population ages and digital experiences become increasingly central to everyday life, designers have both and opportunity and responsibility to create visuals that meet the needs of older adults without alienating younger audiences. It may seem challenging, but the upside is that designing for seniors often results in better design for all communities.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/graphic-design-that-speaks-to-every-generation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32b8e37debdcb60bb79806</guid><category><![CDATA[Marketing Guides]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:28:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_0323517d6f6146cda48fdcd0e7925a00~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Deadline for ADA Title II Changes: What You Need to Know Now]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a revision to their 2024 Final Rule that updates regulations for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The new deadline for compliance has been extended by one year with the DOJ’s Interim Final Rule, effective as of April 20, 2026. State and local government entities with a population of 50,000 or more now have until April 26, 2027, while those with a population under 50,000 have until April 26, 2028. ]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/new-deadline-for-ada-title-ii-changes-what-you-need-to-know-now</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ef93de24f9d3e5cd6dacb0</guid><category><![CDATA[Legislation]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:56:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a27c9a67b44842799bc46b4eca030bd9.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2025 Digital Accessibility Lawsuits: What Changed and What to Do Now]]></title><description><![CDATA[Digital accessibility lawsuits didn’t slow down in 2025. Instead, they became more predictable, more automated, and more concentrated in the e-commerce industry. If you’ve ever been sued, installed an “overlay” widget, or sell merchandise online (especially at scale), 2025 provided a clear message: accessibility is now a repeatable legal playbook, and plaintiffs are refining it.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/2025-digital-accessibility-lawsuits-what-changed-and-what-to-do-now</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c1637536a1fdc193bb712f</guid><category><![CDATA[Website Accessibility]]></category><category><![CDATA[Accessibility Guides]]></category><category><![CDATA[Legislation]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:10:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_bcffa056924c44a98922679369eb8c9c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jenny Woldt</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ADA Website Lawsuits Surge Again in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[For more than a decade, digital accessibility lawsuits increased year-over-year in the United States. Businesses faced mounting legal pressure to make sure their websites, apps, digital services, and online documents were usable by people with disabilities. But after reaching record levels, accessibility lawsuits slowed in 2024. That slowdown did not last.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/ada-website-lawsuits-surge-again-in-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c162498f0e652aaa2bd322</guid><category><![CDATA[Website Accessibility]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:58:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b1da3076093b404ea90f5996c18540df.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[36 Years Strong: How the ADA Continues to Shape Accessibility in America]]></title><description><![CDATA[On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (also known as the ADA) was signed into law by President George H.W. Bush. In 2026, we’re celebrating 36 years of this landmark moment in civil rights history, one that transformed the lives of millions of Americans.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/36-years-strong-how-the-ada-continues-to-shape-accessibility-in-america</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a5d9892b1318a24852e692</guid><category><![CDATA[Legislation]]></category><category><![CDATA[Advocacy]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:45:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_8a48c2403ca74d589c9488440c5708ed~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't Get Hooked: How to Spot Scams Before They Catch You]]></title><description><![CDATA[While Internet-based scams have been around for decades now, they are becoming more and more convincing – especially for older adults. The good news is that there are several warning signs that can keep you safe and confident in avoiding scams.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/don-t-get-hooked-how-to-spot-scams-before-they-catch-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a5d300fe2730c041348f34</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides for Seniors]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:22:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_8c63854fa0da48a192efc24767c45e58~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Organize and Design Digital Form Fields in Adobe Acrobat]]></title><description><![CDATA[When you’re making a digital form in Adobe Acrobat, creating the fillable fields doesn’t mean you are finished. A form that looks cluttered, with misaligned, uneven, or poorly designed fields can confuse users and reduce completion rates. Fortunately, Adobe Acrobat includes powerful tools that help you align, space, and style form fields so your digital forms look clean, professional, and easy to use.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/how-to-organize-and-design-digital-form-fields-in-adobe-acrobat</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6994767d159d7fac96445f71</guid><category><![CDATA[Adobe]]></category><category><![CDATA[Marketing Guides]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:29:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8928f5_73e88d96904d41b79d859884709bc5b7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_751,h_210,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Charles Cook</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Create a Basic Adobe Acrobat Form]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creating forms is often viewed as an intimidating or difficult task, especially for people who don’t work with documents or design tools on a regular basis. Once someone designs a form in Word, Excel, or any other design software, they sometimes desire to turn it into a digital form for online use. The challenge for most can be setting up interactive fields, such as text boxes, checkboxes, and drop-down menus, as this may feel daunting to those who have never done it.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/how-to-create-a-basic-adobe-acrobat-form</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697137c542483e1f655eed42</guid><category><![CDATA[Adobe]]></category><category><![CDATA[Marketing Guides]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:39:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/34efaf1940d446c6a4bc7aed43ebfdfd.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Charles Cook</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating Calm: How Graphic Design Can Impact Your Mental Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Graphic design is woven into nearly every aspect of our lives – from websites and social media to documents, street signs, and digital communications. We often judge graphic design by its looks and how it represents its brand, but did you know that good (or bad) design can also impact your mental health? Thoughtful graphic design can reduce stress, support focus, and create a sense of calm.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/creating-calm-how-graphic-design-can-impact-your-mental-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695d54e678dbc4a29171405a</guid><category><![CDATA[Marketing Guides]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:33:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_e1bd75e37330441890b4214a141e5fc1~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From the Heart: Tips for a Stronger, Healthier You]]></title><description><![CDATA[As red hearts, blooming roses, and delicious chocolates fill your social media feeds, Valentine’s Day is all around us.February is American Heart Month, designed to spotlight cardiovascular health, raise awareness about heart disease, and encourage you to strengthen and protect your heart at every age.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/from-the-heart-tips-for-a-stronger-healthier-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695d4e45d99f03f79cef6182</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides for Seniors]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:13:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a2b05ca374cf40f7819122dd7d8c40ab.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Explaining VPATs: The Gold Standard for Accessibility Reporting]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most important documents in. your accessibility toolkit is the VPAT, or the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template. However, this document may also be one of the most confusing.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/explaining-vpats-the-gold-standard-for-accessibility-reporting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694577fcf882f7cd7d7e4603</guid><category><![CDATA[Accessibility Guides]]></category><category><![CDATA[508 Remediation]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:14:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_c63a51df85704dd99e0c23c69d797396~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A New Era of Performance Advocacy Disability and the Limits of New York City’s “Diverse Entrepreneurial Inclusion” Agenda Policy Briefing]]></title><description><![CDATA[New York City produces no shortage of equity-focused reports, task forces, and policy statements. However, the report omits disability entirely as an economic, workforce, and entrepreneurial category. This omission is not cosmetic. Disability is among the strongest predictors of labor-force exclusion, educational disruption, and economic marginalization in the United States.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/limits-of-new-york-citys-diverse-entrepreneurial-inclusion</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6942ebbdf61440030e706674</guid><category><![CDATA[Advocacy]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:57:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_e7973d40d5864374a6b00d5f0d481755~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Marc Safman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Accessibility Starts with Writers: How Content Teams Can Prevent 508 Violations]]></title><description><![CDATA[When writers prioritize accessibility, everything else becomes easier. Accessibility isn’t only a technical requirement. It’s a communication skill. It’s a design foundation. It’s a commitment to every person who uses your content. And it all starts from square one.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/why-accessibility-starts-with-writers-how-content-teams-can-prevent-508-violations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6938944d0b27bc7cafc77c2c</guid><category><![CDATA[Copywriting Guides]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:38:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/137321_4781b9a6d78d47d68c1dd45ebf9935e4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Juliana Hale</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Create a High-Performing Pharmacy Directory ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tips on how to create an efficient and cost-effective pharmacy directory. A guide for creating your first compliant health plan pharmacy directory.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/how-to-create-a-high-performing-pharmacy-directory</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69330f806f872a8bb4d76838</guid><category><![CDATA[Accessibility Guides]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:11:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/137321_c9fad7cf93514ef78e329ffb4ae0e84f~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Teasha Moody</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Alt Text Revolution We’ve All Been Waiting For]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each image deserves a description that helps visually impaired users understand what’s on the page. That’s why Splash Box Marketing has created Access Alt Text; a new tool to automatically generate quality alt text.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/the-alt-text-revolution-we-ve-all-been-waiting-for</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6932189c346ce9789f574f25</guid><category><![CDATA[Accessibility Guides]]></category><category><![CDATA[Alt Text]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 23:31:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_48ceb7165b454582ae403769a5e9e547~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Your Website Excluding Holiday Shoppers? Accessibility Can Fix That]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every November and December, the holiday season brings a surge in activity like no other time of the year. Because of this, websites and apps experience a dramatic spike in traffic and content consumption. But one factor can make or break your consumers’ digital experience: accessibility.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/is-your-website-excluding-holiday-shoppers-accessibility-can-fix-that</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692dfce9745789e635ce4836</guid><category><![CDATA[Accessibility Guides]]></category><category><![CDATA[Website Accessibility]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:51:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9faa2868239a49dea7308d3648b49892.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-12 Schools Can No Longer Ignore Website Accessibility: What Leadership Can Do Now]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public schools and their districts have entered a new era: digital infrastructure like websites, learning platforms, mobile apps, internal systems and more must be accessible. The Department of Justice’s 2024 Title II rule formally requires public entities like schools to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. For district superintendents, principals, school boards, and communications departments, this is more than simply a technology issue that we can punt off to our IT teams.]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/k-12-schools-can-no-longer-ignore-website-accessibility-what-leadership-can-do-now</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ed58614c02aa6b1113eb37</guid><category><![CDATA[Accessibility Guides]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:05:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_e62d086d32cc46598c2100497a0a6e51~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Beethoven to Bocelli: 12 Remarkable People with Disabilities Who Shaped Our World ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every October, the United States recognizes Disability History Month. This is a time to honor the achievements, struggles, and contributions of those with disabilities. From historical figures and politicians that shaped the world we know today to modern celebrities, athletes, and activists currently changing the world, we highlight twelve people with disabilities whose lives and legacies continue to inspire. ]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/from-beethoven-to-bocelli-12-remarkable-people-with-disabilities-who-shaped-our-world</link><guid isPermaLink="false">682759f59fbe9de8f04ca066</guid><category><![CDATA[Advocacy]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:00:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_75aab4e3e4724587aae670b3501dc26c~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shelby Ruch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Do So Many Older Adults Switch Medicare Advantage Plans?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did you know that more than half of older Americans now use a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan from a private insurance company? ]]></description><link>https://www.splashbox.com/post/why-do-so-many-older-adults-switch-medicare-advantage-plans</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684a3f3a27a8bd11cba74ebd</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides for Seniors]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 02:49:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/137321_e4d60b4085e2406192986be061322be5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jenny Woldt</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>