Disability Access Service (DAS) Updates

correcaminos

correcaminos

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Trauma said:
Even though I disagree with just about every thought you have in the Covid threads, your still one of my favorite posters.

No way would I attack you.

If anything I’m here to support you.

The way you were treated was WRONG.
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Sorry I misunderstood then. Though since I'm all over for covid you must agree sometimes lol. Teasing

For a minute I was like "wait what? " Seeing it was from you. Glad I just misunderstood. Hope your mom is easier than mine was.
 
correcaminos

correcaminos

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Vegas Disney Fan said:
We gave up on the online system, we’ll just do it in person once we get there. In theory it would be nice to not have to spend time at guest services on vacation but online has become more of a hassle than it’s worth.

We will be bringing documentation from now on due to the threat of a ban, we’re not going to let that threat hang over us on our vacation.
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I don't blame you! This really is more of a pain. I don't think the threat of perma-band is meant to keep legit people away so it doesn't hang over my head either, but hopefully, it deters some who do not have legit issues.
 
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Dave B

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helenabear said:
You could schedule it but when you go to tap in the group would be denied. There are height filters when planning your day. Nothing with the rules on who rides has changed though. If DAS holder cannot ride, you cannot all tap in.
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The DAS holder can tap in and then walk the line with the group and then exit at boarding, from what I have seen in the parks
 
Bullseye1967

Bullseye1967

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Dave B said:
The DAS holder can tap in and then walk the line with the group and then exit at boarding, from what I have seen in the parks
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In some of the more popular rides there are two or three tap points with the last one being past the chicken exit.
 
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Dave B

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Bullseye1967 said:
In some of the more popular rides there are two or three tap points with the last one being past the chicken exit.
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They have only been using one tap point for years now, except at FoP and maybe Space Mountain, but you could still use the chicken exit after that tap in, I don't know of any ride that has a tap in and then load onto a ride?
 
Bullseye1967

Bullseye1967

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Dave B said:
They have only been using one tap point for years now, except at FoP and maybe Space Mountain, but you could still use the chicken exit after that tap in, I don't know of any ride that has a tap in and then load onto a ride?
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I was there using DAS this year. FoP and KS at AK. SR, TSMM, MMRR at HS. At least 3 or 4 @ MK were using multiple tap points. I can't recall at Epcot.
 
correcaminos

correcaminos

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Dave B said:
The DAS holder can tap in and then walk the line with the group and then exit at boarding, from what I have seen in the parks
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Not if the DAS holder is not tall enough. They don't allow that - why on earth would they? It's one thing to chicken out at the end, but if the DAS holder cannot ride they will not give it.

Dave B said:
They must have changed things up since we were there in June ( end of June )
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We did a VIP tour for a lot of rides in June but I do remember 2 for MMRR at least in early June.
 
sedati

sedati

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How many issues would be solved if future queues were designed with a themed quiet space where eligible parties could wait out the allotted time? You would have a Lightning Lane, Standby, Single-Rider, and DAS. All split at entrance, all ending at the same point.
 
Angel Ariel

Angel Ariel

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sedati said:
How many issues would be solved if future queues were designed with a themed quiet space where eligible parties could wait out the allotted time? You would have a Lightning Lane, Standby, Single-Rider, and DAS. All split at entrance, all ending at the same point.
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I get the idea behind this…but I have concerns re: execution. It doesn’t take many people in an enclosed area for it to become loud. Many people who may need the DAS may not be able to physically control the volume of their voice.

Also, a quiet space isn’t the only need the DAS meets. There are many, and such a space as described doesn’t necessarily meet the needs of all disabilities.
 
sedati

sedati

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Angel Ariel said:
I get the idea behind this…but I have concerns re: execution. It doesn’t take many people in an enclosed area for it to become loud. Many people who may need the DAS may not be able to physically control the volume of their voice.

Also, a quiet space isn’t the only need the DAS meets. There are many, and such a space as described doesn’t necessarily meet the needs of all disabilities.
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Not a lounge, but a series of alcoves or even closed booth like spaces. Out of the sun. They can be soundproofed. With seats. Maybe even a restroom.
 
ImperfectPixie

ImperfectPixie

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Angel Ariel said:
I get the idea behind this…but I have concerns re: execution. It doesn’t take many people in an enclosed area for it to become loud. Many people who may need the DAS may not be able to physically control the volume of their voice.

Also, a quiet space isn’t the only need the DAS meets. There are many, and such a space as described doesn’t necessarily meet the needs of all disabilities.
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I'm constantly having to tell my oldest that he may not be trying to, but he IS yelling, and that for others it can feel like an auditory assault if he approaches out of the blue in a quiet room and starts out at high volume.
 
Angel Ariel

Angel Ariel

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ImperfectPixie said:
I'm constantly having to tell my oldest that he may not be trying to, but he IS yelling, and that for others it can feel like an auditory assault if he approaches out of the blue in a quiet room and starts out at high volume.
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DD has no volitional control of her sound yet, part of her speech disorder. Hopefully it will come with therapy, but til then whatever comes out comes out. While I do try to remind her of inside voices, etc, we also must support her when she is able to vocalize and verbalize, in order to support her progress.

I don’t know,..I really appreciate the thought that sedati is getting at, I’m just not sure something that is essentially a one size fits all type solution like that really would work in practice. There are so many needs out there - the DAS as is allows the families to meet those needs in whatever way works for their families. I could see something like the previous suggestion as an option for a family, but as the only option? I really don’t know.
 
ImperfectPixie

ImperfectPixie

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Angel Ariel said:
DD has no volitional control of her sound yet, part of her speech disorder. Hopefully it will come with therapy, but til then whatever comes out comes out.

I don’t know,..I really appreciate the thought that sedati is getting at, I’m just not sure something that is essentially a one size fits all type solution like that really would work in practice. There are so many needs out there - the DAS as is allows the families to meet those needs in whatever way works for their families. I could see something like the previous suggestion as an option for a family, but as the only option? I really don’t know.
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I think maybe if they had smallish, soundproof rooms that accommodated one family at a time it might work...but not if they were the only option available, though. My boys would drive us bonkers if we expected them to sit and wait - we're better off being out and about, or even standing in a shorter line with things to look at and other families to talk to.
 

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