90th Birthday visit

[Chokky]

I am taking my Aunt to Disneyland for a day, two weeks before her 90th birthday, at the end of March. She is agile and adventurous, but it would still be a big day.

I think me pushing a rental wheel chair would be better, as I know where to go, and how the crowds move. She can walk and transfer to ride vehicles with minimal help.

A rental scooter would be new for her, and might be too scary driving around people, especially at night. She hasn’t been to Disneyland for a very long time.

Thoughts?
Thank you!

 

[Chupaca bruh]

We took my father when he was 92. He used a scooter for one day and didn’t like it. We switched to a wheel chair and he was much happier.

 

[Chokky]

We took my father when he was 92. He used a scooter for one day and didn’t like it. We switched to a wheel chair and he was much happier.

Thank you…that is what I am thinking would work better.

 

[citruscurtis]

Especially at night.... seniors have a hard time with night... being the end of the day exhaustion.. strange hotel bed.. daily habits....wheel chair will put you in the moment with her and allow for movement of her legs

 

[DizMe]

I took my mom to DLR when she was 80. She didn't really have mobility issues, but walking so much was not something she could do so we rented a scooter. She HATED it and honestly, I think it was a danger to everyone around her . We ended up returning it and just renting a wheelchair. Everyone was much, much happier but I have to say that I discovered that DLR was not as flat as I thought. My arms were aching, LOL! But to be fair, I'm on the small side and apparently my arms don't get much of a workout on a regular basis.

 

[Chokky]

Thanks for the replies. Renting a wheelchair is the way to go I think.

 

[Mary Pops In]

Definitely go with the wheel chair. My mother driving a scooter was a hazard to everyone in her path.

 

[Wesley815]

I agree it sounds like wheelchair is best option.

Disneyland is not flat however mainly avoid walking directly next to Rivers of America as that seems to have the most slope for Fantasmic and bumpy path, if you stay up towards New Orleans shops it should be fine. Galaxy's Edge and entry to ToonTown have a small hill going under the train tracks.

Early Happy Birthday to her!!

 

[mich311e]

That is awesome! Happy Birthday to your Aunt! Very sweet of you to plan this trip!

 

[Chokky]

Thank you for the birthday wishes…she is a wonderful lady and I hope she has a fabulous day.

 

[Chokky]

Does Disneyland still do the Birthday buttons or is it just the “I am Celebrating” buttons?

 

[LKing]

Does Disneyland still do the Birthday buttons or is it just the “I am Celebrating” buttons?

Yes. You can pick them up at just about any store cashier.