I don't wanna abuse system so am I eligible?

[disneydude365]

Ok I'm 22, look young and healthy but have what was once and still without treatment terminol disorder known as MPS 2. I wasnt supposed to live past 11 so praise god they came up with a treatment!

Now I at one time was wheelchair bound, however ive managed to get out and use a walker or a cane. So will the disability card work for me? I don't wanna seem like I'm asking for something I don't need to exploit it but my legs still aren't perfect and standing up, and still for too long I lose balance so lines aren't the best of situations

 

[Vickie46]

They told my dad to rent a wheelchair so I am of sure.

 

[anonymousegirl]

What you describe is a mobility issue, so the standard response from Disney is to rent a wheelchair or ECV. If you are going alone, but your arms and muscles are still toned from your previous wheelchair usage, you could go for that, otherwise, go for the ECV.
Also, if you need to avoid stairs due to balance or other issues, you will tell the CM at each attraction and they will route you to the non stair entrance.

 

[disneydude365]

I don't want an ECV or an wheelchair... Im finally out of those I want to use my cane or walker won't Disney accommodate that? The walker has a chair if needed to sit.

But I'm not planning on going backwards after so much work to get out
Surely the rules will allow people with a walker access?!

 

[bidnow5]

Unfortunately unless there is something other then a mobility issue they might not. You can try but I wouldn't count on it. Most lines are wheelchair friendly. I was just there and while I had a DAS card there were some rides I couldn't do because they are asking people to walk a lot further the they used to

 

[BillSears]

Don't consider it going backwards. Instead it's just where you are now. You have the ability to walk short distances but for longer distances you can't handle it without an ECV/wheelchair. It's just the way things are.

 

[emldrl]

Hi! I had to do a little research, because I had never heard of MPS II. Seems like, from what little I read, it's not strictly a mobility problem. Do you have other issues with waiting in lines, or is it only affecting your mobility at this point? And yes, you can use a walker in line, just like you would a w/c or ecv, but you wouldn't need a DAS for that. Are you willing to tell us more about your disease, so we can understand better?

 

[aaarcher86]

I don't want an ECV or an wheelchair... Im finally out of those I want to use my cane or walker won't Disney accommodate that? The walker has a chair if needed to sit. But I'm not planning on going backwards after so much work to get out Surely the rules will allow people with a walker access?!

They do allow access with the walker. You could take it through the line with you without issue.

 

[disneydude365]

Hi! I had to do a little research, because I had never heard of MPS II. Seems like, from what little I read, it's not strictly a mobility problem. Do you have other issues with waiting in lines, or is it only affecting your mobility at this point? And yes, you can use a walker in line, just like you would a w/c or ecv, but you wouldn't need a DAS for that. Are you willing to tell us more about your disease, so we can understand better?

Of course I don't mind, it's basically a storage disease where my body does not produce an enzyme to break down sugarlipid molecules that build up around the main arteries such as heart liver/spleen carpal tunnel syndrome as well. Life expectancy isn't much past 11 years old without treatment, the med came along when I was about 9 years old and I was the 1 of 12 out of the globe to test try the test drug in a double blind placebo. Luckily I got the actual med and it started working instantly to this day I still continue to get weekly infusion of the treatment. I had lost my ability to walk and drs said it would be permanent so I ordered a walker and put myself into physical therapy and managed to get out of the chair over time.

When younger there was talking of heart valve replacement seeing how I have two valve leaks but when I started the treatment it stabilized the heart issues to where transplant was not needed thank the lord.

I'm also partially deaf, in both ears and wear hearing aids though the best way I hear is lip reading lol

I've lived 65%of my live involving hospitals drs and procedures the rest trying to live normal so I'm truly hoping they won't ask me to use a wheelchair just to get the DAS card

 

[aaarcher86]

Of course I don't mind, it's basically a storage disease where my body does not produce an enzyme to break down sugarlipid molecules that build up around the main arteries such as heart liver/spleen carpal tunnel syndrome as well. Life expectancy isn't much past 11 years old without treatment, the med came along when I was about 9 years old and I was the 1 of 12 out of the globe to test try the test drug in a double blind placebo. Luckily I got the actual med and it started working instantly to this day I still continue to get weekly infusion of the treatment. I had lost my ability to walk and drs said it would be permanent so I ordered a walker and put myself into physical therapy and managed to get out of the chair over time. When younger there was talking of heart valve replacement seeing how I have two valve leaks but when I started the treatment it stabilized the heart issues to where transplant was not needed thank the lord. I'm also partially deaf, in both ears and wear hearing aids though the best way I hear is lip reading lol I've lived 65%of my live involving hospitals drs and procedures the rest trying to live normal so I'm truly hoping they won't ask me to use a wheelchair just to get the DAS card

If they ask you to use a wheelchair they won't give you a DAS. They're answer for mobility is wheelchairs and EVCs for mobility INSTEAD of a DAS because they've made the lines accessible in most cases.

 

[emldrl]

Ok, now I understand a little better. I'm really glad you are doing so much better. I think, though, that you are misunderstanding how the DAS works. It is only used if you have a need to wait outside the line for some reason, like if someone is claustrophobic, people with autism that could have meltdowns, etc. It is only given if there is a reason you cannot be in a line with others. If you only want to take your walker in line with you, you do not need the card at all. Almost all the lines are accessible to walkers, w/c's, ecv's, and other mobility aides, and the ones that aren't, the cm's can direct you where to go. So, you CAN use your walker, and you won't need the DAS. Hope this helps!

 

[MaryLovesPoohBear]

They do allow access with the walker. You could take it through the line with you without issue.

Yep.

I went all over the Studios with my walker. The lines were all wide enough. And the CMs had my walker waiting for me when I got off of the ride. No problem.

Well, other than I was way too tired at the end of the day. And I should have rented a scooter.

 

[bidnow5]

I feel for you and I understand completely I have a bunch of issues nothing compared to what you go thru but I got a diagnosis on one issue and felt so much better with treatment I sold my personal ECV and did one trip to Disney walking it was such a nice feeling to be able to walk. It was short lived I developed new issues and I now have my own ECV again. But given the chance I would walk it out for sure. One option might be get a wheel chair and just push it unless you need it

 

[lanejudy]

Welcome to disABILITIES!

If you haven't found it already, I suggest you check out the WDW Disability Access Service Card thread near the top of this forum. The first post has all the details you need about the new program. But others are correct, the DAS primarily for non-mobility, non-stamina related issues. Those can be accommodated by mainstreamed lines and use of a mobility device. You certain have your choice of mobility devices, and if your walker (you mention it has a seat, so I'm thinking of a rollator) is what you prefer you may use that in lines. But you do not need a DAS to do so.

It sounds like you certainly have come a long way in recent years. I can understand your desire to remain on your feet. Just to point out, most people walk an average of 6 miles per day at WDW; some more and some less, depending on touring style. If you are used to that much walking, you should be fine with your walker. If you are on your feet, but not covering that much distance on a regular basis, you may want to reconsider an ECV. You are welcome to park it periodically and walk at times. Some people use the ECV to get from one "land" to another and then park it to walk to the attractions in that area.

Enjoy your vacation!

 

[catra121]

I am so happy to hear that you are doing so well with what you have. I use a walker with a seat (rollator) due to RSD. I spent 6 months confined to a wheelchair when I couldn't stand or walk at all...and I never want to use a wheelchair or ECV ever again after that experience. Not just because it sucks and I am proud of how far I have come...but ECVs and wheelchairs can actually cause me additional pain because any bump, vibrations, etc causes pain...and the rides have enough of that thank you very much.

You do not need a DAS based on what I have read...you walker will work like a DAS for what you need. Most queues are fully accessible with the walker and the ones that aren't you will use an alternate entrance. For some rides...like Peter Pan's Flight...they actually use the exact same process that the DAS uses because the queue is not accessible with the walker. You will get a card with a return time on it (to use like a FP) and then come back through the FP queue and into the accessible area. Same goes for Space Mountain and some other rides (depending on how long the wait is). Sometimes you can go right in at those attractions if the standby wait it short...but all that I'm trying to say is that you don't NEED the DAS because your walker gives you the access you need. Which is a great thing...no need to go to guest services for the card.

Honestly...Disney is SO good at handling mobility issues. There is the occasional hiccup from time to time...but just communicate what you need with the CM and they will take care of you. If you have any questions about the accessibility of attractions or how things are handles...just ask...there's so much great information here.

 

[MakiraMarlena]

The card is meant to assist persons who can't wait in the regular line and gives them the option of going somewhere else to wait. They don't get a shorter wait, they just get to wait someplace else.

So they won't allow DAS for stamina issues because mobility aids are available for that, and you do have a sufficient mobility aid. If there is a line here or there that the walker won't fit, they may be able to take care of that at the individual ride, not sure they would need a DAS so you can wait somewhere else for every ride. You should be able to take your walker with you. If you feel you might get tired, they would probably suggest that you can rent a wheelchair or ECV, not get a DAS so you can wait somewhere else, even if your preference is not to use the wheelchair.

 

[Tony NY]

I would rent a power chair it will be more accessible then a scooter and you would not have to transfer form a scoter to a wheelchair plus you can still use a cane or a walker to get up and move around

 

[bidnow5]

They only rent powerchairs to people that use them at home they are much harder to control

 

[Bilge Rat]

Hi! I had to do a little research, because I had never heard of MPS II. Seems like, from what little I read, it's not strictly a mobility problem.

You are right, MPSII is not strictly mobility related and, therefore, the OP would qualify for a DAS if they explain their needs properly.

Behavioral disturbances can often mimic combinations of symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, obsessive compulsive disorder, and/or sensory processing disorder, although the existence and level of symptoms may differ in each

 

[aaarcher86]

You are right, MPSII is not strictly mobility related and, therefore, the OP would qualify for a DAS if they explain their needs properly.

If the OP has those issues. Not everyone has the same symptoms.