Parent and kid both DAS

[twitchthegoblyn]

Hi friends,
It's my first trip and I'm trying to figure this out. Myself, my husband, and my son are going to disney in 3 months. I have multiple disabilities that would make waiting in line difficult, including dignoised and medicated autism and severe anxiety (for example, I needed accommodations to be able to do Medieval Times which is probably less needs than disney). My son also had medical conditions such as diagnosed and medicated ADHD and sensory issues (he may be autistic as well, but we aren't on that Dx path yet). So I so t feel at all that our needs are "made up" like I see sometimes people are worried about (but I totally get because I also have some mobility issues and get that imposer syndrome using aids on bad days).

My big question is, if there will be no rides or attractions that my son goes on that I don't, is there any reason to do DAS for my son? Also, I have always told him that it's his decision if he discloses that to anyone and he has chosen not even to tell most family members, just his teacher
and aides. He's only 7, but I try to respect and discuss any medical disclose with him and follow his lead. And the trip is still a surprise (I don't plan to tell him until 30 days out).

Any advise or direction is greatly appreciated! I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed trying to plan this trip

 

[redberyl]

Disney cares more about what symptoms you have that make it difficult to stand in line , rather than diagnosis, so remember that when applying. If he will get on the same rides as you then there's no need to get 2. It's a bit easier to arrange the preselects if you only have one.

 

[Selket]

Hi friends,
It's my first trip and I'm trying to figure this out. Myself, my husband, and my son are going to disney in 3 months. I have multiple disabilities that would make waiting in line difficult, including dignoised and medicated autism and severe anxiety (for example, I needed accommodations to be able to do Medieval Times which is probably less needs than disney). My son also had medical conditions such as diagnosed and medicated ADHD and sensory issues (he may be autistic as well, but we aren't on that Dx path yet). So I so t feel at all that our needs are "made up" like I see sometimes people are worried about (but I totally get because I also have some mobility issues and get that imposer syndrome using aids on bad days).

My big question is, if there will be no rides or attractions that my son goes on that I don't, is there any reason to do DAS for my son? Also, I have always told him that it's his decision if he discloses that to anyone and he has chosen not even to tell most family members, just his teacher
and aides. He's only 7, but I try to respect and discuss any medical disclose with him and follow his lead. And the trip is still a surprise (I don't plan to tell him until 30 days out).

Any advise or direction is greatly appreciated! I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed trying to plan this trip

If there are attractions that you would do alone and your husband or another adult take your son and do something different - or if you plan to split up and do different parks - then it could be worth it perhaps. If you're all on your DAS however, you could always get the DAS for yourself and get a return time for a ride that your son and husband are not doing - and just get the return time for yourself. I "THINK" in the app you can choose any linked family members riding with you (or not choose them so it's just yourself). Probably would be easier to manage one DAS - but your husband could manage the second one if needed.

You can always start with one, and if it becomes an issue, speak with a guest relations person to discuss getting one for your son while you're there in the park.

I think it's also fine to mention the diagnosis to the cast member when asking for the DAS but the main part is explaining to them why waiting in lines is challenging for you. I wouldn't personally get too deep into the diagnosis or the medications since they aren't doctors. You can always write it out at home so you can think about what you want to say and hand it to the CM (or read it to them if doing it online or in person).

 

[Lilsia]

If you are all going to stick together, only have one person get a DAS. There is no reason to add in the extra hassle of it. If you find that when you get there, you will be splitting up, then you can easily go to one of the guest services and have him apply.

 

[twitchthegoblyn]

If you are all going to stick together, only have one person get a DAS. There is no reason to add in the extra hassle of it. If you find that when you get there, you will be splitting up, then you can easily go to one of the guest services and have him apply.

Thank you so much!

 

[twitchthegoblyn]

If there are attractions that you would do alone and your husband or another adult take your son and do something different - or if you plan to split up and do different parks - then it could be worth it perhaps. If you're all on your DAS however, you could always get the DAS for yourself and get a return time for a ride that your son and husband are not doing - and just get the return time for yourself. I "THINK" in the app you can choose any linked family members riding with you (or not choose them so it's just yourself). Probably would be easier to manage one DAS - but your husband could manage the second one if needed.

You can always start with one, and if it becomes an issue, speak with a guest relations person to discuss getting one for your son while you're there in the park.

I think it's also fine to mention the diagnosis to the cast member when asking for the DAS but the main part is explaining to them why waiting in lines is challenging for you. I wouldn't personally get too deep into the diagnosis or the medications since they aren't doctors. You can always write it out at home so you can think about what you want to say and hand it to the CM (or read it to them if doing it online or in person).

Thank you so much!

 

[Obi-J Kenobi]

Hi friends,
It's my first trip and I'm trying to figure this out. Myself, my husband, and my son are going to disney in 3 months. I have multiple disabilities that would make waiting in line difficult, including dignoised and medicated autism and severe anxiety (for example, I needed accommodations to be able to do Medieval Times which is probably less needs than disney). My son also had medical conditions such as diagnosed and medicated ADHD and sensory issues (he may be autistic as well, but we aren't on that Dx path yet). So I so t feel at all that our needs are "made up" like I see sometimes people are worried about (but I totally get because I also have some mobility issues and get that imposer syndrome using aids on bad days).

My big question is, if there will be no rides or attractions that my son goes on that I don't, is there any reason to do DAS for my son? Also, I have always told him that it's his decision if he discloses that to anyone and he has chosen not even to tell most family members, just his teacher
and aides. He's only 7, but I try to respect and discuss any medical disclose with him and follow his lead. And the trip is still a surprise (I don't plan to tell him until 30 days out).

Any advise or direction is greatly appreciated! I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed trying to plan this trip

You never know when the family breaks apart on vacation for some attraction or entertainment offering. I also recommend getting away from family members for short periods. Being all together can really wear on families. Plus, there is some benefit to making a memory with one family member at WDW. At least, that's been my experience.

I would recommend getting DAS for each person that qualifies.

One other thought, you never know when you have a child or someone who is sick or sunburned or for whatever reason needs to leave the park and got to a hotel. Having that DAS would help your son if he remains to ride a few more attractions.