Mom And Daughter Resort Room
  • On Aug 8, 2010
    Maryann from MO Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

    Experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Im taking my son to WDW on Sep 6-10, he has CP. and I was wondering if their is anything I need to get from the guest relations office other than, a pass for the rides?

    Hi Maryann,

    WDW is AMAZING for Guests w/ special needs. If your son uses a stroller as a wheelchair, there are a couple of things you need to help facilitate this. When you are at Guest Relations getting the Guest Assistance Card, tell them that he uses a stroller instead of a wheelchair. They'll need to stamp the GAC to indicate that "Guests can use their stroller as a wheelchair" in addition to the "Guests can use an alternate attraction entrance, where available".  Be sure to obtain a red band to put on his stroller. Make sure you put it in a location that Cast Members can easily see - I put it on the handle.

    If you don't have the stamps & band, you will be asked to park the stroller in designated stroller parking areas for an attraction. If your son uses a wheelchair, the GAC stamped with "Guests can use an alternate entrance, where available" should be all that you need.

    CMs at some attractions may ask you if he can transfer & if he is able to stand for a short time. If so they will ask you to leave the stroller or wheelchair near the exit of the attraction & escort you to the alternate entrance. Be sure you park it where they tell you - otherwise you could return to find that it has been moved to the regular stroller parking area. Check out the Guests w/ Mobility Disabilities section on the WDW website. 

    If your son has any medications that need refrigerating, you can put them in a small cooler & Guest Relations will be happy to hold them for you. If you have any special dietary requests, be sure you mention them when booking ADRs. If its hot & your son is heat sensitive, stop by any first aid station & ask if you can let him take a break. I am happy to answer any additional questions.  Wishing you many magical memories :-) Allison
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Meet the Panelist: Allison, Georgia

I'm a Disney-fanatic! I made my first trip to Disney World the year it opened and have grown up crazy for all things Disney. As the Mom of a son with Cerebral Palsy, I love providing recommendations for families traveling with a special needs member. Learn More About Allison

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