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    Response to ADA Suit

    Agreed, Sue. I quoted this offensive term from another board, not this one. No one here has used these words. Term used for illustrative purposes only. Thanks, Kathy
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    Response to ADA Suit

    I thank you for your responses, however, I'm afraid that we must agree to disagree. Disney allowed the GAC to "morph" into an accelerated access accommodation because over the past 10 years the numbers of children with autism and related disorders has skyrocketed. When attendance was low post...
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    Response to ADA Suit

    Agreed. When the DAS issue was first being "discussed" in social media there was one comment that struck me in particular. This person wrote, "No offense to parents of kids with autism, BUT if your child can't handle the noise and crowds, perhaps a theme park vacation isn't for you." I...
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    The Special Mouse Guide to Requesting Disney's DAS Card

    You're welcome, Judy. Kathy
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    The Special Mouse Guide to Requesting Disney's DAS Card

    Perhaps you should try that link again. Special Mouse is a podcast and blog that discusses Disney parks and travel for guests with special needs. I do not sell anything. I am not a Travel Agent. I do not work for Disney. The guide was created as a service; consolidating information from...
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    Response to ADA Suit

    Yes, a special-needs family trip to Disney is certainly optional, just as any vacation is to any family. Reasonable accommodations are provided to ensure that special-needs families continue to have this option available to them -- just like any other family. It is a valid quality of life issue...
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    Flying with previous blood clots

    Definitely get your doctor's advice regarding any adjustments to your medications. Support stockings are commonly worn as a preventative measure. How long is your flight? If it is a long one, try to stand and stretch out your leg muscles during your flight. Have a wonderful time! Kathy
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    The Special Mouse Guide to Requesting Disney's DAS Card

    Hello! :wave2: As host of Special Mouse: Unofficial Disney Parks & Travel for Your Special Needs, I receive many questions from listeners who are worried about requesting Disney’s Disability Access Service Card, or DAS. One of the reasons there is so much confusion, anxiety, and...
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    Sunshine season's GF breakfast

    Have you visited Gluten Free & Dairy Free at Walt Disney World ? Sarah has menus, restaurant reviews, etc. for gluten-free eating! :thumbsup2 Kathy
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    Emergencies while in the Parks

    I'm also surprised that the CM did not call for EMS; especially since they usually have EMTs from Reedy Creek in the parks. :eek: If the first CM you talk to can't help you in a medical emergency, ask for a supervisor. Best of luck with your upcoming trip! Kathy
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    The Empty Nesters Magical Mystery Tour *1/28* Link to New Girl's TR p141

    I totally understand, MEK! I've been MIA here, myself, and for a lot longer than 3 weeks! I've said it before, I love your photos. You have a great eye! Kathy
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    I cried over the wheelchair ** Final update about Bill 4/4**

    Tracy, I've been spending way too much time on Facebook -- I just tried to "Like" your NPH picture! :rotfl: Kathy
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    Best Way To Help DH?

    Yes, I'm in the "stubborn hubby" club, so I feel your pain! If he absolutely, positively refuses to use an ECV :rolleyes2 then the best thing to do is plan to take the parks in bite-sized chunks and schedule your FP+ reservations wisely (no criss-crossing the parks) and with frequent rest...
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    Disabilities Card (DAS) and Registration...

    Hi, shburks! :wave2: We have also discussed the DAS and autism extensively on Special Mouse. (My own son has Autism.) If you click on the podcast page and search "Autism" and/or "DAS," a number of episodes will pop up. In fact, Maureen from Autism at the Parks has been my guest several...
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    I cried over the wheelchair ** Final update about Bill 4/4**

    What's up with you and all the water works? :sad: Becoming a Grandma must have made you extra mushy! Sorry about 2nd floor, but for a moment I thought you were going to say that ALL the rooms with roll-in showers had been given away! :furious: Fruit Cup = Yucky with Apples Hooray for...
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    How is the DAS working?

    Hello! We've been discussing the DAS a lot on the podcast. I have a brief TR from someone who just used the DAS with FP+ ressies this past weekend if you'd care to listen! Hope it helps, Kathy Beta Testing the DAS with FastPass+ at WDW /
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    Going Outside My Comfort Zone

    Wow, Jen! I was going to post how awesome it is to have a two-for-one pre-trippie but then you added the cruise! Now it's a three-for-one! Sometimes having not so much time to plan can be a GOOD thing! Looking forward to more, popcorn:: Kathy
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    The Empty Nesters Magical Mystery Tour *1/28* Link to New Girl's TR p141

    Hi Mary Ellen! Haven't been on the boards in, like, forever! I don't recognize most of the Trip Reporters so I was thrilled to see a familiar name and face! You had a rough 2013 and truly deserve this magical trip! pixiedust: And here's a belated :bday: to Denny! Talk soon, Kathy
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    I cried over the wheelchair ** Final update about Bill 4/4**

    Hi Tracy! Hi Bill! :wave2: Thanks for the sign picture; I really needed that today! Ugh, I remember seeing those Tweets! Weren't you just shocked when Southwest tweeted back? How frustrating... So glad that super-CM Elise helped you get back into a magical frame of mind! Kathy
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    trip with visually impaired child

    Hi Smokiejinxy, I covered this subject on a recent podcast; perhaps your friend would like to listen. My guests were an adult with diminished visual acuity and the mother of a child with the same. On another episode I give advice on requesting a DAS card and additional accommodations, if...
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