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garada3 · 07-09-2003

I have read many stories (here and elsewhere, shhh) that discuss people cutting across the path of those using wheelchairs and EVC's. Besides being very aware of our immediate surroundings before changing course and trying to help my children do this also : ), how else can we help?

Many common curtesy issues have been discussed here such as giving up one's seat to one who needs it more, please's, thank you's and I'm sorry's, not running over people with the stroller etc. I really hope that my lessons at home carry over to vacation.

Are there any other things that park goers can do to make everyones experience more enjoyable?

Here are a few questions:
Are doors to restaraunts etc the "push button" open kind? Are the diaper decks in the common area of the restrooms or in the assistance device equipped stall? Are the store aisles accessible?
Are attractions seats reserved for those who need assistance only filled by those who need assistance? What about transportation, are there certain seats in monorails, busses etc specifically marked? Is it considered rude to use these seats/doors if there is no one around who needs them?

After working with adults with intellectual disabilities for several years, I have come to understand that many more people would be willing to help if they knew what to do or what to say. Can you offer any suggestions?

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garada3 Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 424	How can we help? I have read many stories (here and elsewhere, shhh) that discuss people cutting across the path of those using wheelchairs and EVC's. Besides being very aware of our immediate surroundings before changing course and trying to help my children do this also : ), how else can we help? Many common curtesy issues have been discussed here such as giving up one's seat to one who needs it more, please's, thank you's and I'm sorry's, not running over people with the stroller etc. I really hope that my lessons at home carry over to vacation. Are there any other things that park goers can do to make everyones experience more enjoyable? Here are a few questions: Are doors to restaraunts etc the "push button" open kind? Are the diaper decks in the common area of the restrooms or in the assistance device equipped stall? Are the store aisles accessible? Are attractions seats reserved for those who need assistance only filled by those who need assistance? What about transportation, are there certain seats in monorails, busses etc specifically marked? Is it considered rude to use these seats/doors if there is no one around who needs them? After working with adults with intellectual disabilities for several years, I have come to understand that many more people would be willing to help if they knew what to do or what to say. Can you offer any suggestions?