Does WDW allow these into the park?

[Amy&Dan]

http://www.fashionablecanes.com/83209.html

I have seen them on our last trip so I assume they do. I know you can't bring a chair of any sort in, but I am wondering about this type of cane/stool for my elderly aunt. She doens't want or really need a wheelchair but she does use a cane and this one would work for that purpose and a place to sit in a long line!

Any feedback is appreciated!

 

[footballmouse]

I don't see why not. The main purpose is the use of the cane.

 

[GRUMPY D]

they will allow a cane but not a stool but if your aunt has a handicap permit than she can sine up at guest relations for a pass and then use the handicap entrances at the rides and you can go in the same entrance with her

 

[MFan]

if your aunt has a handicap permit than she can sine up at guest relations for a pass and then use the handicap entrances at the rides and you can go in the same entrance with her

How does that work? Does a temporary handicap qualify? My wife will undergo a leg surgery due to a sport injury, and her doctor will issue her a temporary handicap parking permit during recovery. Does that qualify? What does she need to bring as a proof? We're in CA and have a trip planned for WDW towards the end of her recovery period. We're currently thinking of renting a electric cart in the parks...

 

[going/again]

they will allow a cane but not a stool but if your aunt has a handicap permit than she can sine up at guest relations for a pass and then use the handicap entrances at the rides and you can go in the same entrance with her

you dont have to produce a permit to get the GAC card just go to guest relations and explain your situation

 

[Brian_WDW74]

I've moved this thread to the disABILITIES! board.

 

[Amy&Dan]

I've moved this thread to the disABILITIES! board.

Thank you, I realized after I posted the Disabilities Board was the better place for this one! Really the only lines I am worried about are for Fantasmic and boarding the busses. She won't ride any of the headliner rides. I guess it would also be nice if we see a parade and can't get her a bench. She fell and hurt her knee recently and I know standing for long times in the heat could be tough.

 

[WillCAD]

How does that work? Does a temporary handicap qualify? My wife will undergo a leg surgery due to a sport injury, and her doctor will issue her a temporary handicap parking permit during recovery. Does that qualify? What does she need to bring as a proof? We're in CA and have a trip planned for WDW towards the end of her recovery period. We're currently thinking of renting a electric cart in the parks...

It's more economical to rent a scooter from a medical equipment company in Orlando for the entire length of your stay. There are at least two companies in the WDW area that I know of - Walker Mobility and Care Medical - who rent scooters to visitors at reasonable rates. They will deliver the scooter to your resort and show you how to operate and charge it, and pick it up again when you go home.

All WDW transportation (bus, boat, monorail) are accessible to scooters, and many attractions are as well. On some attractions, you might have to get out of the scooter to ride, but there are always CMs to help you. All WDW restaurants and shows are also accessible to scooters. And having one long-term means that you will be able to use it at your resort, too, which can really help if you happen to have a long walk from the bus stops to your room.

 

[pudge the fish]

Our Experiences:

1. FIL didn't have his scooter yet and was in a WC for the day at MK. He had that type of cane with him- CM stopped them at the turnstyles and told him he couldn't bring it into the park as it was a seat. My FIL showed him it was a cane- No go wouldn't let him him- MIL got someone else and after a bit of an issues they let him bring it in.

2. FIL brought it in to another park (AK) and had no issues at all.

3. FIL bought a ECV type scooter (as we call it and added an umbrella holder it also held that cane type seat.

Now they go to Disney even more than we do... I think it's been only 2 times anyone has ever said anything to him about it- But you can tell he doesn't walk right and uses it as a cane- the seat part is in case he feels as though he's gonna fall over and needs to sit right then.

I would really ask someone who works there if it's allowed or not.

 

[Roo'sMom]

they will allow a cane but not a stool but if your aunt has a handicap permit than she can sine up at guest relations for a pass and then use the handicap entrances at the rides and you can go in the same entrance with her

This advice is actually not correct.
It is not a "pass" and many rides do not have a "handicap entrance".
There is something called a Guest Assistance Card which you can inquire about at Guest Services- you do not need to show a "handicap permit" nor will the CM look at it if you bring one. You need to explain what the needs of the guest are. Please see the sticky on this board for more specifics.

 

[DaisyD]

My mom get a GAC card every time we go. She rents a ECV but doesn't like to be "strapped to it" through the whole park. She will drive it to a section of the park then leave it sit and walk to the attractions. Since she cannot stand for long periods but still wants some exercise she gets a GAC. She is able to get in all the handicap entrances. It's nice in that she still gets a little work out, she is 78, and can still use the ECV when tired. We have done this for the last 20 or so trips and has worked well for her.

 

[bradisgoofy]

To OP - I've seen many people carrying the crane you listed. Personally my wife uses this one http://www.fashionablecanes.com/90316.html
We have never been questioned by any CMs when bringing it in.

 

[SueM in MN]

This advice is actually not correct.
It is not a "pass" and many rides do not have a "handicap entrance".
There is something called a Guest Assistance Card which you can inquire about at Guest Services- you do not need to show a "handicap permit" nor will the CM look at it if you bring one. You need to explain what the needs of the guest are. Please see the sticky on this board for more specifics.

agreeing with Roo'sMom

If you look in the disABILITIES FAQs thread near the top of this board, post #6 of that thread is all about Guest Assistance Cards.

If you don't see the thread, there is a link to it in my signature.

 

[Amy&Dan]

To OP - I've seen many people carrying the crane you listed. Personally my wife uses this one http://www.fashionablecanes.com/90316.html
We have never been questioned by any CMs when bringing it in.

Thank you so much, its good to hear that you have been allowed in. That one might be better. I'll send her the link.

She isn't in need or willing to rent a scooter. Its just that thing where if the heat gets to her or we are standing for 45 minutes to get into Fantasmic, having something like that would be great. She uses a cane for long excursions anyway, so this one would just have some built in seat just in case.

Also pudge the fish: Thank you for telling me your experience. I sort of figure if anybody gives us any flack (if she gets something like this), I'll ask for a supervisor. I saw tons of these in October so they must be getting more common.

 

[dizcrazee]

OP, we have brought in a seat cane to the parks many times and have never been stopped or questioned about it. However, I think I recall a post by someone on this board a couple of years back saying that she or he was stopped by security and asked to not bring it in.

 

[PrincessSuzanne]

Last weekend when we were at WDW, I noticed alot of people with the walkers that have the seat in the middle. I don't think I have ever noticed anyone with one before, but I think I must have seen 4 or 5 people with them.

Suzanne

 

[Beckypooh1972]

Amy, I'd say you could probably get it past security but if a cast member sees her pull it out and sit on it for, say, a parade they might say something to her. In my experience in sitting up close at parades like Spectromagic or Block Party Bash they send cast members out to corral spectators. They are very strict too about the the boundaries; we were sitting on a curb with many others and we were all asked to pull our feet up even though we were clearly well out of reach of the performers. (Not like we could trip anybody) But Disney's vigilance on that account makes me think they will probably not allow her to use the chair part of the cane if they notice her doing so. In lines I'd think you'd have the same problem but it will probably depend on the cast member... good luck and have a great trip

 

[Beckypooh1972]

Forgot to address your bus concern for your aunt or anyone with minor disabilities for that matter... you can ask the bus driver to lower the step ramp so you don't have such a big initial step onto the bus. I actually needed the driver to do this for me so I could negotiate the step with an umbrella stroller and diaper bag over one stroller and a shy toddler (who suddenly refused to walk up steps) on the other shoulder.

 

[mechurchlady]

I remember someone long ago in DLR having problems with a cane/chair but DLR and WDW will allow assistive devices that are also a chair usually such as rollators and cane/chairs. They will allow the in the parks. If a CM gives you a hassle then ask to speak to their lead.

The rules prohibit bringing in folding chairs but the cane/chair is a medical device so they allow it.