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Post by sabrinae on Mar 19, 2022 15:59:16 GMT
Suggestions for vacation destinations that are pretty handicapped accessible? My 14 year old is definitely having another ankle surgery within the next couple of months. This will be her third surgery on this ankle within 22 months and she had one surgery on her other ankle within that same time period. The highest likelihood is that it’s going to be a major surgery that involves moving her heal bone. So she’ll be completely immobile for 2 weeks but will be on a walking boot for another 10 weeks after that. We really want to do a family vacation — she needs a break from home and surgeries — but she’s not going to feel well enough to do a ton of walking so we’re trying to find locations where we can more easily bring and use a wheelchair and/or knee scooter. She also won’t be able to swim. Amusement parks are likely out because she wouldn’t be able to do the roller coasters. We’re thinking maybe DC or New York?
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Post by monklady123 on Mar 19, 2022 16:13:03 GMT
Suggestions for vacation destinations that are pretty handicapped accessible? My 14 year old is definitely having another ankle surgery within the next couple of months. This will be her third surgery on this ankle within 22 months and she had one surgery on her other ankle within that same time period. The highest likelihood is that it’s going to be a major surgery that involves moving her heal bone. So she’ll be completely immobile for 2 weeks but will be on a walking boot for another 10 weeks after that. We really want to do a family vacation — she needs a break from home and surgeries — but she’s not going to feel well enough to do a ton of walking so we’re trying to find locations where we can more easily bring and use a wheelchair and/or knee scooter. She also won’t be able to swim. Amusement parks are likely out because she wouldn’t be able to do the roller coasters. We’re thinking maybe DC or New York? When are you planning to take this trip? The Smithsonian museums are wheelchair accessible although it would be a lot of pushing for you. I'm assuming you'd get a temporary handicapped parking permit so that would help with finding a spot, although they do get snapped up quickly during peak tourist season. I also wouldn't recommend doing this trip in the summer in DC because it is SO HOT here and whoever is pushing the wheelchair will be even hotter. ugh. -- Sites nearby but not in DC are also wheelchair accessible -- Mt. Vernon, Arlington National Cemetery, Iwo Jima, Udvar-Hazey (part of the Smithsonian) -- and again your handicap parking permit will help. |
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Post by Skellinton on Mar 19, 2022 16:13:09 GMT
I don’t know how accessible NYC is, for some reason I don’t envision at as being as accessible as DC. I am a big fan of the Smithsonian Museums and I know they are easily accessible and relatively easy to maneuver a wheelchair around. It has been awhile since I have been there but the monuments and memorials seemed very accessible as well.
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Post by ~summer~ on Mar 19, 2022 16:18:04 GMT
Do you care about weather? NY and DC could be very hot.
The first thing that came to mind are national parks with their wide,paved walkways etc. Yosemite would be great but it is hot and crowded in summer. Also the Grand Canyon.
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Post by malibou on Mar 19, 2022 16:19:32 GMT
Damn, I'm so sorry she is having to have another surgery. I really really hope this is the one that fixes her right up.
I think I would put the question to her. She has really had a tough 2 years. Perhaps she would be interested in figuring out what would work for her and also be enjoyable for the whole family.
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Post by sabrinae on Mar 19, 2022 16:32:23 GMT
Suggestions for vacation destinations that are pretty handicapped accessible? My 14 year old is definitely having another ankle surgery within the next couple of months. This will be her third surgery on this ankle within 22 months and she had one surgery on her other ankle within that same time period. The highest likelihood is that it’s going to be a major surgery that involves moving her heal bone. So she’ll be completely immobile for 2 weeks but will be on a walking boot for another 10 weeks after that. We really want to do a family vacation — she needs a break from home and surgeries — but she’s not going to feel well enough to do a ton of walking so we’re trying to find locations where we can more easily bring and use a wheelchair and/or knee scooter. She also won’t be able to swim. Amusement parks are likely out because she wouldn’t be able to do the roller coasters. We’re thinking maybe DC or New York? When are you planning to take this trip? The Smithsonian museums are wheelchair accessible although it would be a lot of pushing for you. I'm assuming you'd get a temporary handicapped parking permit so that would help with finding a spot, although they do get snapped up quickly during peak tourist season. I also wouldn't recommend doing this trip in the summer in DC because it is SO HOT here and whoever is pushing the wheelchair will be even hotter. ugh. -- Sites nearby but not in DC are also wheelchair accessible -- Mt. Vernon, Arlington National Cemetery, Iwo Jima, Udvar-Hazey (part of the Smithsonian) -- and again your handicap parking permit will help. It would be this summer. But your summers aren’t much different than ours as far as heat and humidity. We also have a couple of friends in DC. |
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Post by sabrinae on Mar 19, 2022 16:38:58 GMT
Do you care about weather? NY and DC could be very hot. The first thing that came to mind are national parks with their wide,paved walkways etc. Yosemite would be great but it is hot and crowded in summer. Also the Grand Canyon. I should have mentioned that we probably need to stay East of the Mississippi. I don’t think her dr will clear her to fly while she’s restricted to the boot. Although hats a really good suggestion |
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Post by ntsf on Mar 19, 2022 18:30:03 GMT
I was going to suggest san francsico, til I saw your last message. we have a long history of accessibility, so most everything is accessible.
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Post by scrapmaven on Mar 19, 2022 18:30:18 GMT
I don’t know how accessible NYC is, for some reason I don’t envision at as being as accessible as DC. I am a big fan of the Smithsonian Museums and I know they are easily accessible and relatively easy to maneuver a wheelchair around. It has been awhile since I have been there but the monuments and memorials seemed very accessible as well. I was in NYC with 2 broken feet. I had my mobility scooter, but it was not compatible w/NYC pedestrian traffic. My dh suggested that I wear one of those beer muffs things and go out in the am in order to get free lattes, since everyone would spill on me. So, I might not choose NYC right now. It's a really fun city, but your dd will be quite limited.
How about a cruise, if it's safe enough? We cruised during that same trip and it was much easier to get around. Plus, there were obviously lots of places to relax w/feet up.
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Post by Gem Girl on Mar 19, 2022 18:37:38 GMT
I was in NYC with 2 broken feet. I had my mobility scooter, but it was not compatible w/NYC pedestrian traffic. My dh suggested that I wear one of those beer muffs things and go out in the am in order to get free lattes, since everyone would spill on me. So, I might not choose NYC right now. It's a really fun city, but your dd will be quite limited.
How about a cruise, if it's safe enough? We cruised during that same trip and it was much easier to get around. Plus, there were obviously lots of places to relax w/feet up.
What is this, please? I Googled it, & I'm thinking what Mr. Google said isn't what you mean? |
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Post by sabrinae on Mar 19, 2022 18:38:35 GMT
I don’t know how accessible NYC is, for some reason I don’t envision at as being as accessible as DC. I am a big fan of the Smithsonian Museums and I know they are easily accessible and relatively easy to maneuver a wheelchair around. It has been awhile since I have been there but the monuments and memorials seemed very accessible as well. I was in NYC with 2 broken feet. I had my mobility scooter, but it was not compatible w/NYC pedestrian traffic. My dh suggested that I wear one of those beer muffs things and go out in the am in order to get free lattes, since everyone would spill on me. So, I might not choose NYC right now. It's a really fun city, but your dd will be quite limited.
How about a cruise, if it's safe enough? We cruised during that same trip and it was much easier to get around. Plus, there were obviously lots of places to relax w/feet up.
I never even considered a cruise. Definitely a possibility, as long as there’s not another Covid surge. |
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Post by johnnysmom on Mar 19, 2022 18:48:25 GMT
I wouldn’t rule out Disney based on the leg (might rule it out for heat though). They are very accessible and while there might be a few rides she couldn’t do, depending on cast type/angle, the vast majority wouldn’t be an issue.
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Post by sabrinae on Mar 19, 2022 19:28:40 GMT
I wouldn’t rule out Disney based on the leg (might rule it out for heat though). They are very accessible and while there might be a few rides she couldn’t do, depending on cast type/angle, the vast majority wouldn’t be an issue. We did Disney last summer and she used a wheelchair for most of the vacation. It was fine, but we’ve done Disney multiple times. We were going to Universal but between the heat in a full boot and more aggressive roller coasters I won’t think it will be doable. |
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Post by hmp on Mar 19, 2022 20:08:43 GMT
I lived in NYC for a decade. It may be handicap accessible in most places, but it is not handicap friendly. I’d look for someplace less crowded.
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Post by supersoda on Mar 19, 2022 23:54:39 GMT
NYC will definitely be a challenge. There are stairs everywhere. I’ve had minor injuries on two NY trips that affected my ability to walk and it was a real challenge there.
I’ve been to DC a couple of times (and fortunately was not injured) and it seems much more doable for a boot or wheelchair.
The cruise suggestion is a good one. Vegas is also wheelchair friendly, but not so family friendly.
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Post by mikklynn on Mar 20, 2022 12:52:10 GMT
Are there national parks she'd like to visit? The Smoky Mountains? DH and I found the national parks to be pretty accessible. He could not walk long distances, so we had a lightweight transport chair.
Call the hotel to request a room near the elevator. Sometimes it's a long walk to your room!
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Post by maryannscraps on Mar 20, 2022 15:36:37 GMT
How about someplace like Asheville NC? What do you all like to do on vacation?
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Post by sabrinae on Mar 21, 2022 2:14:08 GMT
How about someplace like Asheville NC? What do you all like to do on vacation? We’re usually very active on vacations and like to really get out and explore. Before her ankle started having issues again are potential destinations were DC, Universal Studios, or a trip hitting several national and/or state parks for hiking and ropes/zip lining courses. Both of my girls are also very interested in historical sites me like museums— art or history or science. We’re going to have to slow down and build more rest into this vacation |
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Post by theshyone on Mar 21, 2022 8:54:38 GMT
NYC was not easily accessible at all for us on my daughters make a wish trip, even the scooter didn’t always help.
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Post by Legacy Girl on Mar 21, 2022 9:17:57 GMT
What about Chicago? Such a great city, and according to this wheelchair accessible site, much of it is accommodating to those with disabilities/injuries. Chicago |
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