😱Worry free air travel for disabled people?✈️| Blind BBC journalists' guid dog denied access 🦮
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- Опубліковано 22 лис 2024
- In this video, we’re diving into powerful stories of disability advocacy and inclusion. First, we explore the fight for accessible air travel, highlighting the work of activists demanding better accommodations for disabled passengers. We then look at the shocking experience of a blind BBC journalist whose guide dog was denied access. Next, we showcase the inspiring journey of conquering mountains with an all-terrain wheelchair. Finally, we spotlight the ongoing campaign for improved prosthetics on the NHS, a vital call for change in healthcare. These stories show the challenges and triumphs of those fighting for equality and accessibility.
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Love your channel, keep up the great work.
@@wheelieblind thank you so much❤
I would love to hire the all terrain wheelchair for a day. It looks so freeing.
Those all-terrain wheelchairs seem really cool and both the discussion about having more limlosse support and Accessibility task force for making flying more accessible seem like Great Strides in the right direction
Speaking of renting all-terrain chairs, the state parks here in Georgia (US) have coordinated with Shepherd Center's recreational therapy (shout out to Gavin!) department to start a program to rent Action Trackchairs at those parks! We haven't tried it out yet, but have filled out the forms so that we can soon. My husband got to test drive one when we were at Shepherd for his seating clinic earlier this year, and said it was a lot of fun!
i think its a great idea to be able to rent something like this if you are able too, i hope you get to try out those chairs 👍❤
I've not had many access refusals as a service dog user (though I'm relatively new having only been using a service dog for the past couple years). It's so vital to know your local laws and rights about access. Practice standing up for yourself before you need to. And just know that sometimes it doesn't matter what you do or know because there are some obtuse people out there who refuse access despite how illegal it is. You're not alone, and you deserve reasonable access ❤
So true , i think there was amount of misunderstanding here aswell , but it really shouldn't happen❤
Let us face it. We disabled people might need another person with us at times. I find that the people in stores that help me the most are the younger folks or older people.
i do karate in a wheelchair and I am getting a new manual chair through the NHS wheelchair services. i really hope it is suitable. i also need it for a handbike attachment
Hiya Gem! As always love your channel even though I'm watching from the "other" side of the pond here in the US. I thought I'd share some odd facts about our ADA laws and rules here in the US I learned recently. Sadly, my brother-in-law passed, so we drove the 350 miles (560+ km) to be there with my sister and others in my family. As we'd gotten smarter of late, and had made sure we had gotten the address to the funeral home before setting out. Got there in good order, but then the reception for the family was to be held at a nearby church. We were able to get the address for that and arrived at the church. This is where the fun began as they had only 3 or 4 handicapped parking spots available that were ordinary sized. These were full or blocked as everyone was parked over 2 spots so (I assume) they had room to get their mobility aids or wheelchairs out of their cars. Even worse, as we drove around in this parking lot, there were no signs anywhere on the outside of this large church saying which entrance we should use to go to the Hall, where we were told the reception should be. We couldn't find a place to park, and not knowing where to go and already being pretty tired from the 6-hour drive to get there, we gave up and went to our hotel to collapse. My Facebook account was lit up like a Christmas tree from family wanting to know were I was. When I told them all what happened, one relative was furious with me for complaining about the church. I found out later, churches here in the US are exempt from having to follow ADA regulations.
One would think that churches would WANT to be ADA-compliant because it would align with that whole mission statement of loving your neighbor, helping people with disabilities, caring for the elderly, etc. At least, that's what the church I grew up in focused on. Unfortunately, there seem to be a lot of "Christians" here in the US who seem to have forgotten how hype Jesus was about that whole kindness thing.
Yeah, it's definitely annoying, but that's just one of the many effects of separation of church and state - some effects are good, others, unfortunately, not so much. Thankfully, the National Catholic Partnership on Disability has set forth rules and guidelines (pulled from the ADA) for Catholic churches to follow - one of which, thankfully, addresses service dogs - so at least one of the groups is making headway on the problem. If I remember correctly, the main premise NCPD lists is that, for at least the majority of them, while it might not technically be _illegal_ to not have/provide accessible features/etc., it is _immoral_ precisely because it excludes people who otherwise would be able to attend/participate, and thus goes against Jesus' teachings that the Church was founded on. So I also definitely hope to see more accessibility, etc., implemented in that area in the future - hopefully more of the guidelines they lay out will become mandatory, even at churches that were built a very long time ago.
@@maironamakesstuff You'd think so, wouldn't you? The big reason behind my post on Facebook was to bring attention to it so positive change can happen. I had started doing this nearly 20 years ago, when I 1st started realizing how bad accessibility was in my area. Movie teatres you can't get into as the doors - most of them - are to narrow for me to get thru if using my rollator. The exit doors are the only ones without a center frame piller in the middle; but these - of course - can't be opened from the outside. Their "solution?" You're supposed to call them and they will send someone over to open the door for you. We haven't gone back to that place now for nearly 20 years, as another issue existed with their "accessible" seating. They were too low so it was impossible for me to get out of the chair without assistance. Very humiliating!
@@Irene-KrausKreations Keep fighting the good fight! A couple years ago, we were out with friends and tried to pop into a restaurant to eat. We discovered there was no accessible route to the dining area, only the entrance to the bar that had no space for the 4 of us to eat. The dining room entrance from the outside had a step up, as did the path from the bar to the dining room, no ramps. Additionally, the parking lots, sidewalks, and curb cutouts in that area were in an abysmal state. That whole district of town wasn't really safe for ANY pedestrians, but it was anxiety-inducing for my husband to navigate in his chair.
I wrote my county commissioner about the experience. I knew that there were budget allocation discussions going on for the next year, so I was hopeful that they'd prioritize fixing some of those issues. I didn't hear back directly, but within a few months, they started construction on that street! It's not perfect, but the sidewalks are smoother and wider, parking is easier, and crosswalks are safer to navigate. Some of the business entrances have been updated as well. It was very encouraging to see my local government taking accessibility - and pedestrian safety in general - so seriously.
@@Irene-KrausKreations drawing attention to these issues is something we can all do, good on you,Disbility news is all about that , not sure about the churches over here but its something i should look into, thanks for your comments🙂
One thing we learned during hate crime training is that barring access based on disability could be a hate crime and this would extend to a no-animals policy (which the law considers to not apply to registered support animals such as guide dogs and acting as though they don't could be a hate incident or even a hate crime).
If something like this happens in Staffordshire (even if the complainant is not a Staffordshire resident) you can contact Uniting Staffordshire Against Hate where they have people who can take down reports, help with emotional support and work with the police but will not take any case to the police without the complainant's express permission.
I don't know if similar organizations exist in other counties.
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@@Wheelsnoheels You're more than welcome, I hope it helps.
I would love to try one of the all terrain chairs. I used to hike and love the outdoors.
it really looks awesome i would love to try one too👍
I am in awe of your health system as someone who lives in the U.S. If you're on disability the only main insurance you are allowed is Medicare and they consider prosthetics to be "cosmetic". I've never been allowed to pick my wheelchair, walker, etc or have anyone even check to see what I might need in one. I know you mentioned that they aren't the NHS ones aren't the best, but I'm glad they at least acknowledge that prosthetics are in fact important and necessary and someone is working to make it even better.
thanks for sharing 👍yes we really are lucky to have the NHS in the UK❤
Whenever I see a disabled person in public I tell them I'm a retired military nurse as ask if I can assist them. I pushed only person through the airport to their destination when they accepted my offer. It's what civilized people do.
YES-most folks are more concerned with feeling insecure of rejection/offense than simply doing the right thing.
@@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi I'm also nearly 6' in height. I've helped many people get things off top shelves in stores. It's fun helping people.
You do need to be sensitive to the fact that not everyone wants to be constantly asked if they need help.
If it’s obvious that someone needs something got down from a shelf that’s great (and they will most likely ask anyway), but I am heartily sick of people yelling at me across car parks when I’m just getting in or out of my car, or even worse, trying to push me places.
Most of us go about our lives just fine, and while we sometimes do need a hand with things, it’s exhausting and depressing to be constantly fending off strangers asking to help when help isn’t needed.
What did the person repeatedly shouting “DO YOU NEED HELP?!” at me yesterday think I do when they aren’t there, or when I get home?
There is a balance in everything and what the vast majority of disabled people want is independence, not to have to rely on others all the time.
@@Volklet I ask respectfully and quietly. I'm a nurse, I know how to ask discretely, maintaining someone's dignity.
@@helenalmond2241 Sorry for you. Were you able to reschedule?
Hello Gem. I did some research into prosthetics and read about osseointergration. The remaining bone is drilled into and a metal shaft inserted, then a connector. The artifical limb then attaches to the shaft.
This is not available on the NHS and I feel it should be.
The current system puts weight where weight is not meant to be applied, which in turn makes nerve pain much worse; on the amputated stump, a liner and socket (?) need to be worn, causing sweating which can lead to skin infections.
Of course a lot can be said about how this system gives people the ability to walk. I just feel osseointergration also ought to be available on the NHS.
Osseointergration, too, has its downsides. Rejection of the shaft, the bone can split. Also, those with osteoporosis are not suitable.
thankyou for doing that research and sharing 👍🙂
Guide dog not allowed! I’m not even blind and hearing about it makes me angry 😡.
I know. Terrible. A bit of a miss understanding, but shouldn’t happen I. 2024 😬
Yes in UK I'm in Burton on Trent
I was refused a ride in a taxi, because he didn't like the look of my electric wheelchair. Also they charge nore for wheelchair passengers
I'm sorry to hear that was that in the Uk, I've had them say they don't have a ramp and things like that in london🤔
There are many things "illegal" - but few with consequences. Isn't it about time to add a few?
Hi Gem, as always, great disability news 🎉😊. Thank you!
Love the focus of "really done improvements" from the flying with disability advocates. To often the "results" are only bla bla without impact.
Wheelchair hiking: My recommedation is a very exciting and great filmed video (I want not to say "inspiring") from Rollo_ran_away rolling to Santiago de Compostela.
thankyou for your comment 🙂
Ahh, not popped in for a while. Originally youtube thought I might like your channel after watching a few vids from Zack and Cambry, followed you for years with Mr Australian Michael Eavis. Hope everything's ok, your family day out's are so sweet lol.
Welcome back!
would love to try the rock climber
Hate to tell you gem. It is an afterthought. I've been working at a supermarket (not namig them but it's one of the big 5) for nearly 5 years and only 3 weeks ago did I have to complete my equality training.
Now I know as a assistance dog user the rules stores have to adhire to but the training is just not there and the training itself is mediocre at best.
Also.. The security isn't actually the supermarket staff. It's outsourced to another company so it's their responsibility to train the staff not ours.
I doubt it will change soon. But at least in my store everyone knows the laws
thankyou for sharing that with us , it should really be part of your induction trying i would have thought🤔❤
In New Zealand it has been ileagel to refuse a guide dog since the 1970S The only exceptions are the Zoo and some parts of the hospital.
Anyone thinking about a cruise with P and O needs to be very aware of their new policy for passengers who have wheelchairs. They categorically say that anyone bringing a wheelchair on board has to have an allocated "evacuation chair" in the event of an emergency. There are a limited number of such chairs on each cruise, allocated on a first come basis. We tried booking a number of cruises where the supply had been exhausted and we had to rethink our plans. I was advised that anyone turning up for a cruise with a wheelchair, who had not reserved a chair would be refused embarkation!! Their on line information regarding this policy is patchy to say the least- be careful! I use a rollator that converts to a wheelchair if i need it and they informed us had we turned up as planned we would have been refused boarding.
Oh my, This is really something to be aware of. A cruise is on my bucket list....... Thank you for sharing
Commenting to first story. It's a long one, sorry. I am Deaf and have an assistance dog. I went on holiday with Shearings. We informed them we were bringing my hearing dog (not totally relevant but my husband is partially sighted, and uses a white walking stick) we were first picked up by taxi, to take us to the first bus pick up point. The taxi driver hadn't been told I had an assistance dog, but he was fine with it. We then get to the first bus, and the driver was really upset I had a dog! He was very rude. I told him she was an assistance dog and he grudgingly let her on. My husband told me he said over the tannoy that he apologised that there was a dog on board, Hearings had not been told, and he hoped that it wouldn't ruin anyone's holiday. I was shocked! Especially as they had been told! When we got to the place to change buses for our holiday we were told to stay on the bus. The people round us were angry on our behalf and said that the company weren't allowed to refuse us! It turned out they just needed some documentation for a hotel we were staying at overnight. That was no problem! We got onto the next bus, that we were going to be on for the rest of the week, and before we got on, we explained that we didn't realise that the drivers hadn't been told about my dog. I said we had mentioned it at booking. She was politer, but still a little bit cool with us. Later on in the week one of the other holiday makers let it slip that a letter had been put into everyone's seat telling them I had my dog. Because of the treatment I had received, I was paranoid about what it said. My husband managed to swipe one from the back of a seat on our way out. It wasn't too bad, it was just saying that I had a dog and they had checked everyone's paperwork and didn't see any allergies mentioned, but if anyone had a problem to talk to the holiday official. To be honest I think most of the holiday makers enjoyed their holiday more!! Especially judging by the extra treats they were giving her!! You'd think it would be over by the journey home! No! We had the same driver that was rude to us before, he was putting luggage on the bus, so we just snuck on and hid at the back. When we got off that bus, the taxi to take us to our end point, refused to take the dog! We told him that she was an assistance dog. He phoned Shearings who said they didn't know I had a dog! We were at a bus station in the middle of nowhere and had no way of getting home that night. Eventually he agreed to take us. I cried most of the way home. Its been a few years since then and I'm still filling up writing this.
im so sorry you went through that ,it obviously has left a lasting affect , it really shouldn't be happening still, i think we just need to keep bringing awareness to these situations , thankyou for sharing ❤
Have you seen all the feeds about the change to Disney DAS, that they now only accept some Autism Spectrum Disorders and LD people and no longer other disabilities? I can't recall you commenting on it, but it is a big change for a company that looks to only want money now - not to provide access.
We need more Lords to become disabled 👀