Wheelchairs at Amusement Parks
Hey y'all,
So I am heading to an amusement park this weekend and I have a question. I've had Ankylosing Spondylitis for over 5 years now and have occasionally used a wheelchair. The thing is, I can walk but long distances make it difficult. I want to be able to enjoy myself at the amusement park but I'm nervous about renting a wheelchair when I can walk. Any tips for dealing with the piercing stares or whispering comments I may get from others?
This was very helpful as I’m preparing to go to Disneyland. It’s the ignorance of others that’s the scariest part for sure.
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I hear you.
I hope you have the best time at Disney.
We'd love to hear all about it when you get back.
Enjoy! (and don't let anyone or anything stand in your way of having a magical time!)
Doreen (Team Member)
I just ignore them. Im sorry i don't have a more helpful answer. I do appreciate the people that come to me and ask rather than make an assumption. it gives me the chance to raise awareness. but go have fun try your best to ignore those people. they do not understand and hopefully they never have to.
Wheelchairs, yeah they are true love. One of my friend also bought a mobility scooter from https://www.seniorfitness.net/ to his grand paa
It's a tough call, that's for sure. But I think it's usually people who are ignorant or lack empathy/understanding who are the most judgemental, and so I tell myself it's their problem and not mine. Hope it went well.
