Regions Bank is committed to providing exceptional customer service that is accessible to all, including customers with disabilities. Understanding the diverse needs of its clientele, Regions has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure banking services are user-friendly and readily available for everyone. This commitment is evident across their branch network, ATM services, and digital banking platforms, all designed with accessibility in mind.
Accommodations for Blind and Low-Vision Customers
Regions Bank provides several key accommodations for customers who are blind or have low vision, ensuring they can manage their finances with independence and confidence. These services are designed to remove barriers and provide equal access to important banking information.
- Accessible Statements and Communications: Customers can request bank statements and other important communications in large print, Braille, or audio CD formats. This ensures information is readily accessible in preferred formats, promoting clarity and ease of review.
- Online PDF Accessibility: For digital convenience, Regions offers accessible online PDF statements for checking, savings, and GPR (general-purpose reloadable) cards. These digital statements are formatted to be compatible with screen readers and other assistive technologies, making online banking more inclusive.
- Raised-Line Sight Checks: Sight checks printed with raised lines are available to assist customers in writing checks more accurately. This tactile feature is particularly helpful for those with visual impairments.
- Personal Assistance: Regions staff is trained to provide assistance with reading, filling out, and completing banking forms. This personalized support ensures that customers receive the help they need to navigate banking processes smoothly.
Support for Hard-of-Hearing and Deaf Customers
Recognizing the communication needs of customers who are hard-of-hearing or Deaf, Regions Bank offers multiple channels and services to facilitate effective communication and service delivery.
- Telecommunication Relay Service (TRS) Acceptance: Regions Bank readily accepts telecommunication relay service calls, ensuring seamless communication for customers who use TTY/TDD devices.
- TTY/TDD Connectivity: Customers can directly connect via TTY/TDD through the Regions Contact Center at 1-800-374-5791. This dedicated line ensures direct communication for those who rely on these devices.
- Sign Language Interpreters: To provide comprehensive in-person support, Regions can arrange for a sign language interpreter upon request, given advance notice before a branch or office visit. This service ensures effective communication during face-to-face interactions.
Regions branches and service centers also warmly welcome service animals and guide dogs, recognizing their crucial role in assisting customers with disabilities.
Enhancing Digital Banking Accessibility
Regions Bank is dedicated to continuously improving its digital banking platforms to meet the evolving needs of all customers. They are committed to adhering to internationally recognized standards and guidelines, such as those established by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), to ensure websites and digital banking options are accessible and user-friendly for everyone.
To optimize the digital banking experience, Regions recommends using the latest versions of web browsers and assistive technologies. For mobile banking, customers are encouraged to download the most recent versions of the Regions mobile banking app to benefit from the latest accessibility enhancements.
Contact Regions Customer Service for Accessibility Inquiries
For any accessibility-related questions or to request specific accommodations, Regions Bank provides multiple avenues for customer service. Customers are encouraged to:
- Visit a Local Branch: Contact or visit your local Regions branch office to discuss accessibility needs and available services.
- Call Customer Service: Reach Regions Customer Service directly at 1-800-REGIONS (1-800-734-4667) to inquire about accessibility services or make specific requests.
- Message Online: Log into Regions Online Banking and utilize the “Message Us” feature for online inquiries and support.
- Contact Disability Services Manager: For more specific or complex accessibility needs, customers can contact Regions’ Disability Services and Outreach Manager, Schiela Peña, via email at Schiela.Peñ[email protected].
Regions Bank is dedicated to addressing individual accessibility needs and reviews additional requests on a case-by-case basis to ensure the best possible accommodations are provided. Their proactive approach to customer service and accessibility underscores their commitment to making banking accessible and convenient for all customers.
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