DAS Approval/Denial with New DAS Guidelines START 5/20 WDW & 6/18 DL

[fabfemmeboy]

I'm surprised and thrilled to say that my DAS was approved right away. I was really afraid it wouldn't be, based on what other people like me (adults, mix of neuro- and physical disabilities, calling on our own behalf) had reported. A few notes about my experience:
* This was for Disneyland. I have Magic Key. We're heading down for a last-minute trip over the weekend, so we're only about 5 days before the first park day.
* I waited about an hour and a half from the time I requested registration until a CM came into the chat. The actual conversation was maybe 10 minutes.
* I had prepared in advance and written notes for myself in case I got flustered. Key areas I focused on were: What happens when I wait in line; what accommodations or planning I use in everyday life (e.g. grocery store, airports, etc.); and why other accommodations I knew they might offer would not meet my needs. I didn't need to discuss the last one at all. She did ask specifics about what happens when I melt down or get overstimulated, which I hadn't written out, but she seemed to understand what I was saying.
* The CM was very enthusiastic and understanding. She clearly had a script and boxes to be ticked, but she wasn't hostile at all which I had worried about.
* The fact that I was already exhausted and nervous and therefore not masking very well probably helped, as did the fact that I could talk about specific strategies I use in conjunction with DAS. I didn't exaggerate anything or lie in any way, I just didn't fall into my "must present the best possible face to the world and win at internet conversations!" mode that I need to use in my professional life.

Overall, it was an insanely stressful experience but with a much better result than I feared.

 

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[Maryrachel713]

Approved for my daughter, process was very similar to before. I was asked a couple questions and the cast member approved us. She confirmed all 7 people in my party (this is my first time with more than 4) and told me the pass is for 4, as expected. Hopefully I get to pick which 4 each time (we mostly plan on having my niece with them but she's only 5 so there will be some things she can't ride). We did not have to speak to anyone besides the original cast member.

 

[SueM in MN]

Approved for my daughter, process was very similar to before. I was asked a couple questions and the cast member approved us. She confirmed all 7 people in my party (this is my first time with more than 4) and told me the pass is for 4, as expected. Hopefully I get to pick which 4 each time (we mostly plan on having my niece with them but she's only 5 so there will be some things she can't ride). We did not have to speak to anyone besides the original cast member.

You will be able to choose which guest for each attraction.
The guest registered for DAS will be on their own line in the app and is already checkmarked when you start to book a DAS Return Time.
The other guests in your party are listed in a section below that. Each person's name will have checkbox next to it for you to choose whether to include them or not. So, when booking a DAS Return Time, you will be able to choose which 3 of those guests to include with your daughter.
It's very simple. After choosing everyone, there is a 'confirm your choice' button to complete the process. Sometimes people miss that screen and think they have booked it, so make sure you confirm it. I also take a screenshot from the 'My Day' screen to make sure it showed up.

Have fun.

 

[kathleendsm]

My 16 year old son with a rare chromosome disorder and cognitive disabilities was approved this morning for our December trip with no transfer to the medical professional. The CM was incredibly kind and empathetic. The main difference I noticed is asking about how we handle waiting and lines in our life outside of WDW, and frankly I think those are good questions. I was also happy to hear that the DAS is applicable for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights, both of which we’ll be attending.

 

[simonsayz]

My wife couldn't get approved even though she has PTSD and waiting in line can cause her to have panic attacks along with vertigo & nausea. The CM said she won't be approved for DAS but use another option which is tell a CM before entering each ride and because it is just the two of us and I have to accompany her and when we decide to go back the CM will decide where to put us. What? so if the queue is 120 min wait. And 20 minutes in, decide we have to get out of queue, they are going to put us at the 100 min wait. If another 20 min goes by again and have to step out of queue, then go back we will have to be put in the 80 min wait and so on?

I am sorry but I have to constantly tell the CMs for each ride why we might have to get out of queue? Not exactly fond of constantly telling the same story every single time.
I am going to be there 10 days.

We really needed this vacation and booked it way in advanced so we are going to go. But I think this is our last trip to Disney unless we get some major deal going on that outweigh the ride lines.

I am already spending roughly $7000 for the trip, not going to be forced to pay for the lightning passes that used to be free.

 

[theMoreDisneytheBetter]

My wife couldn't get approved even though she has PTSD and waiting in line can cause her to have panic attacks along with vertigo & nausea. The CM said she won't be approved for DAS but use another option which is tell a CM before entering each ride and because it is just the two of us and I have to accompany her and when we decide to go back the CM will decide where to put us. What? so if the queue is 120 min wait. And 20 minutes in, decide we have to get out of queue, they are going to put us at the 100 min wait. If another 20 min goes by again and have to step out of queue, then go back we will have to be put in the 80 min wait and so on?

I am sorry but I have to constantly tell the CMs for each ride why we might have to get out of queue? Not exactly fond of constantly telling the same story every single time.
I am going to be there 10 days.

We really needed this vacation and booked it way in advanced so we are going to go. But I think this is our last trip to Disney unless we get some major deal going on that outweigh the ride lines.

I am already spending roughly $7000 for the trip, not going to be forced to pay for the lightning passes that used to be free.

You don’t have to tell the same story over and over again. You just need to say that you may need to exit the queue and ask what the procedure would be.

Also I understand why people are frustrated that LLs used to be free but now they are not. Unfortunately costs have gone up for almost everything in life, and while I might pine for the days that it only cost me $150 to go to Trader Joe’s they aren’t coming back any time soon. At least Disney gives you the option to pay or not.

 

[simonsayz]

You don’t have to tell the same story over and over again. You just need to say that you may need to exit the queue and ask what the procedure would be.

Also I understand why people are frustrated that LLs used to be free but now they are not. Unfortunately costs have gone up for almost everything in life, and while I might pine for the days that it only cost me $150 to go to Trader Joe’s they aren’t coming back any time soon. At least Disney gives you the option to pay or not.

I understand Disney will keep trying to make more money, i am not bashing on that. I just can't justify the price when i am already spending almost 7k for 2 people trip.