WDW passes

[alisonbestford]

Hi there,
We've visited WDW, from the UK, twice now and had a wonderful time
I've never though to ask but I was wondering whether there were any reduced pass rates for visitors unable to go on many of the rides as a result of medical problems.
My DH has a terminal brain tumour which means that he is unable to ride many of the rides. We've always just bought Hopper passes in the past but he is actually unable to visit the parks for longer than an hour or two at the most as a result of fatigue linked to his tumour.
My DD (6yrs) and I tend to visit the parks in the morning, keep in touch with him at the hotel by mobile phone and then meet up in the parks for our evening meal.
He doesn't want to not be able to visit the parks as both he and our DD would be disappointed.
As I said earlier, it's never occured to me to ask before but any suggestions would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Alison

 

[dclfun]

Alison- WDW doesn't offer reduced rate passes for anyone with a disability or illness, no matter how severe. I too am unable to ride all but a handful of attractions- I do enjoy the atmosphere and esp. enjoy Animal Kingdom where there are shows/wonderful animals to observe. I hope you are going during a less busy time of year. Being in the parks during a high volume time is more stressful and hopefully your husband can relax more if the parks aren't as full. You can also take advantage of the First Aid stations for him to lie down and rest if needed vs. going back to the resort. I don't know your budget but staying onsite reduces alot of stress and travel time also. Hope this helps! Kathy

 

[alisonbestford]

Thanks Kathy,
Yes, we're going in Jan and taking DD out of school. We travelled in Aug last time and it was all just too much - the crowds and the humidity.
Unfortunately DH won't admit to not being 100 % so it's far easier to leave him to plan his day at his own pace and then meet up later
We're planning a bit of a mix and match holiday this time - 6 nights at Shearaton Safari, 5 nights at the coast and then a further 6 nights onsite at Coranado Springs.
That way I can just bundle everyone in the car and go and DD and I can have three changes of scenery
DH loves Disney despite the fact he can't ride much so we'll have a fantastic time whatever.
Thanks for your help.
Alison

 

[SueM in MN]

Just agreeing wwith what Kathy posted.
We have used First Aid when Dd needed to have a bit of a rest before going on. The people at First Aid are wonderful and the place is very restful.
We have been to WDW in February and found it to be very nice then; a lot cooler and more pleasant than August and a lot less busy too.
I don't know if you have thought of this or if he would be able to operate one, but an ecv (electric mobility scooter) is a great way to stretch energy and avoid fatigue. If nothing else, it may give him a few more hours in the parks before he is too tired. There is a FAQs thread at the top of this board with info about wheelchairs/ecvvs.
Here's some pixie dust for a great time.

 

[alisonbestford]

Hi Sue,
I suggested a wheelchair / scooter when DD came out of major neuro surgery in Jan but got my head bitten off He has a great 'social head' - it's only us at home who realises how much he struggles Men!!
You never know though, I might be able to batter him in to submission.
Was rather hoping for a sit down in one myself if I'm honest
Pixie dust or not I know the WDW majic will work for us all so thank you for the extra pinches
Just thought I'd ask the question about discounted tickets in case we got there and found out we could have saved.
Alison

 

[SueM in MN]

Well, maybe you should get one and then after he sees you riding it, he'll see it's not so bad.
My FIL has been saying for about 10 years that he will rent an ecv. last March, on the last day of our trip, he finally did. He said it was the best money he spent and his first time to not end a day at the parks in pain in 15 years.

We have not been to SeaWorld in a number of years, but I have heard that they do give a discount for people with disabilities. You ask about the discount at the ticket booth, from what I have read. They have a lot of nice shows, so it's a good place for someone who can't do rides.

 

[alisonbestford]

Now THAT'S an idea