Disneyland Vacations

[mltoliver]

Have any of you visited Disneyland and looked into the disability pass? We have heard about it from friends with children who had diabetes. If so, what was the process and did it work out all right?

We want to go in Dec. but are nervous - our daughter just turned three and was diagnosed a year ago now....time really does fly by.

 

[mltoliver]

Have any of you visited Disneyland and looked into the disability pass? We have heard about it from friends with children who had diabetes. If so, what was the process and did it work out all right?

We want to go in Dec. but are nervous - our daughter just turned three and was diagnosed a year ago now....time really does fly by.

 

[mltoliver]

Have any of you visited Disneyland and looked into the disability pass? We have heard about it from friends with children who had diabetes. If so, what was the process and did it work out all right?

We want to go in Dec. but are nervous - our daughter just turned three and was diagnosed a year ago now....time really does fly by.

 

[Buckeye]

Go to this Disneyland website and you can download the pdf of their
disability guide.  You should also probably call them ahead of
time and explain why you think your daughter should get a
disability pass (ie, can't wait in lines because of heat exhaustion
etc) to make sure they will recognize her CF as a reason to get a
special pass.   They will probably tell you that you need
a letter from her CF doctor also.  My son has Cerebral Palsy
in addition to the new CF diagnosis so last year when we went to
Disney World in Florida we used this service extensively because he
was in a wheelchair.  It came in very convenient because we
didn't have to wait in lines for anything.  I also felt very
guilty "cutting in line" ahead of people that had waited
for an hour for the ride, but whenever we decided to just wait in
the regular lines the staff members would come running over and
show us to the special line.   I can't say enough about
how nice the people at Disney World were.  For instance when
we went to the Playhouse Disney show one of the characters came up
to us right before the show ended and asked if we could stay for a
few minutes after the show.  After the other people left, Bear
in the Big Blue House and Stanley came out and talked to my son for
about ten minutes and gave him autographs.    He was
thrilled.   <br>
<br>
http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/help/gsLanding?name=GuestServicesLandingPage<br>

<br>
<br>
Pam<br>

 

[Buckeye]

Go to this Disneyland website and you can download the pdf of their
disability guide.  You should also probably call them ahead of
time and explain why you think your daughter should get a
disability pass (ie, can't wait in lines because of heat exhaustion
etc) to make sure they will recognize her CF as a reason to get a
special pass.   They will probably tell you that you need
a letter from her CF doctor also.  My son has Cerebral Palsy
in addition to the new CF diagnosis so last year when we went to
Disney World in Florida we used this service extensively because he
was in a wheelchair.  It came in very convenient because we
didn't have to wait in lines for anything.  I also felt very
guilty "cutting in line" ahead of people that had waited
for an hour for the ride, but whenever we decided to just wait in
the regular lines the staff members would come running over and
show us to the special line.   I can't say enough about
how nice the people at Disney World were.  For instance when
we went to the Playhouse Disney show one of the characters came up
to us right before the show ended and asked if we could stay for a
few minutes after the show.  After the other people left, Bear
in the Big Blue House and Stanley came out and talked to my son for
about ten minutes and gave him autographs.    He was
thrilled.   <br>
<br>
http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/help/gsLanding?name=GuestServicesLandingPage<br>

<br>
<br>
Pam<br>

 

[Buckeye]

Go to this Disneyland website and you can download the pdf of their
disability guide.  You should also probably call them ahead of
time and explain why you think your daughter should get a
disability pass (ie, can't wait in lines because of heat exhaustion
etc) to make sure they will recognize her CF as a reason to get a
special pass.   They will probably tell you that you need
a letter from her CF doctor also.  My son has Cerebral Palsy
in addition to the new CF diagnosis so last year when we went to
Disney World in Florida we used this service extensively because he
was in a wheelchair.  It came in very convenient because we
didn't have to wait in lines for anything.  I also felt very
guilty "cutting in line" ahead of people that had waited
for an hour for the ride, but whenever we decided to just wait in
the regular lines the staff members would come running over and
show us to the special line.   I can't say enough about
how nice the people at Disney World were.  For instance when
we went to the Playhouse Disney show one of the characters came up
to us right before the show ended and asked if we could stay for a
few minutes after the show.  After the other people left, Bear
in the Big Blue House and Stanley came out and talked to my son for
about ten minutes and gave him autographs.    He was
thrilled.   <br>
<br>
http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/help/gsLanding?name=GuestServicesLandingPage<br>

<br>
<br>
Pam<br>

 

[bono40]

Mt. Oliver - check your mail - I've sent you some helpful info. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

Carey

 

[bono40]

Mt. Oliver - check your mail - I've sent you some helpful info. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

Carey

 

[bono40]

Mt. Oliver - check your mail - I've sent you some helpful info. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

Carey

 

[Debra]

We have been to Disney twice. You do not need to call Disney to make any special arrangements ahead of time. You do need a letter from your Dr. detailing the complications your child faces, heat issues, waiting in long lines leads to dehydration, frequent bathroom visits, medications, etc.

When you get to the 1st park go immediately to guest services. Show them the letter (they barely look at it) and tell them you need the disability pass. They will fill out the pass for you with the dates you will be staying in Disney and the number of guests travelling with you. This one pass will be valid for your entire stay in Disney. You do <b>NOT</b> have to go to guest services each day at each new park. They are extremely friendly and understanding.

I would recommend also getting a letter for the airlines if you are traveling without seating arrangements (Southwest). They will allow you to board before all of the other passengers to ensure that you are all together.

My motto -- do not feel guilty about going to the head of the line. With everything that your child and your family goes through fighting CF you deserve this special accomodation and in reality your child really does need it!!!

Enjoy -- Deb

<img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">Mom of three (2w/cf)

 

[Debra]

We have been to Disney twice. You do not need to call Disney to make any special arrangements ahead of time. You do need a letter from your Dr. detailing the complications your child faces, heat issues, waiting in long lines leads to dehydration, frequent bathroom visits, medications, etc.

When you get to the 1st park go immediately to guest services. Show them the letter (they barely look at it) and tell them you need the disability pass. They will fill out the pass for you with the dates you will be staying in Disney and the number of guests travelling with you. This one pass will be valid for your entire stay in Disney. You do <b>NOT</b> have to go to guest services each day at each new park. They are extremely friendly and understanding.

I would recommend also getting a letter for the airlines if you are traveling without seating arrangements (Southwest). They will allow you to board before all of the other passengers to ensure that you are all together.

My motto -- do not feel guilty about going to the head of the line. With everything that your child and your family goes through fighting CF you deserve this special accomodation and in reality your child really does need it!!!

Enjoy -- Deb

<img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">Mom of three (2w/cf)

 

[Debra]

We have been to Disney twice. You do not need to call Disney to make any special arrangements ahead of time. You do need a letter from your Dr. detailing the complications your child faces, heat issues, waiting in long lines leads to dehydration, frequent bathroom visits, medications, etc.

When you get to the 1st park go immediately to guest services. Show them the letter (they barely look at it) and tell them you need the disability pass. They will fill out the pass for you with the dates you will be staying in Disney and the number of guests travelling with you. This one pass will be valid for your entire stay in Disney. You do <b>NOT</b> have to go to guest services each day at each new park. They are extremely friendly and understanding.

I would recommend also getting a letter for the airlines if you are traveling without seating arrangements (Southwest). They will allow you to board before all of the other passengers to ensure that you are all together.

My motto -- do not feel guilty about going to the head of the line. With everything that your child and your family goes through fighting CF you deserve this special accomodation and in reality your child really does need it!!!

Enjoy -- Deb

<img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">Mom of three (2w/cf)

 

[dyza]

This is all very interesting as we too have heard of this pass, and so we e-mailed Disney, as we are going to Orlando next year, well they e-mailed back but they did not have any specific info on the pass.
Whereas the e-mail that we got back from Universal was much more helpful...
Guest services is the way to go, they will store any medications for you in refridgeration if required - letter needed for meds -, they may also provide a private room if you are having to do any physio.

 

[dyza]

This is all very interesting as we too have heard of this pass, and so we e-mailed Disney, as we are going to Orlando next year, well they e-mailed back but they did not have any specific info on the pass.
Whereas the e-mail that we got back from Universal was much more helpful...
Guest services is the way to go, they will store any medications for you in refridgeration if required - letter needed for meds -, they may also provide a private room if you are having to do any physio.

 

[dyza]

This is all very interesting as we too have heard of this pass, and so we e-mailed Disney, as we are going to Orlando next year, well they e-mailed back but they did not have any specific info on the pass.
Whereas the e-mail that we got back from Universal was much more helpful...
Guest services is the way to go, they will store any medications for you in refridgeration if required - letter needed for meds -, they may also provide a private room if you are having to do any physio.

 

[Nicole]

I have been reading up on Disneyland's Special Assistance Pass (we are planning a trip this spring) and it seems that in 2004 their policy changed. They still issue these passes (it did say that CF qualifies) but it does not put you ahead in line. All it will do is put you in a special area, away from the large crowds with a place to sit while you wait. I couldn't find anything more recent than the info from 2004. It did say that some guest services people will deny you a pass is you have no obvious disability so you need a letter from your dr.

It seems that maybe Disneyland and Disneyworld have a bit different policies?

 

[Nicole]

I have been reading up on Disneyland's Special Assistance Pass (we are planning a trip this spring) and it seems that in 2004 their policy changed. They still issue these passes (it did say that CF qualifies) but it does not put you ahead in line. All it will do is put you in a special area, away from the large crowds with a place to sit while you wait. I couldn't find anything more recent than the info from 2004. It did say that some guest services people will deny you a pass is you have no obvious disability so you need a letter from your dr.

It seems that maybe Disneyland and Disneyworld have a bit different policies?

 

[Nicole]

I have been reading up on Disneyland's Special Assistance Pass (we are planning a trip this spring) and it seems that in 2004 their policy changed. They still issue these passes (it did say that CF qualifies) but it does not put you ahead in line. All it will do is put you in a special area, away from the large crowds with a place to sit while you wait. I couldn't find anything more recent than the info from 2004. It did say that some guest services people will deny you a pass is you have no obvious disability so you need a letter from your dr.

It seems that maybe Disneyland and Disneyworld have a bit different policies?

 

[proverbs3]

We just returned from Disney World in Orlando. I don't know if their policies are different from DisneyLand, but this is what we did in Florida.

We went to guest services, got our disabled pass. Basically, it does the same thing as the Fast Pass, but you don't have to go get your "time to return" ticket. You just show up and you go in. Sometimes there is a wait because you're with the Fast Pass people, but not much. I still didn't understand why more people didn't use the Fast Pass lane. Anyway, our next stop was always the clinic. They were fantastic! Faith has to have 1 or 2 therapy sessions while in the park, as well as being hooked up to an IV.

We went at the end of August and it was very hot. So all these things helped. We also found out that she wasn't handling the heat very well, so we got her a wheelchair. That was extremely helpful in getting around the park. Sometimes, the clinic people gave us one, but you are supposed to rent them when you first come into the park. The clinic also stored our portable cooler which had medicine as well as our lunch and some drinks. Every day, we carried 5 bags into the park!!! We did it though and it worked out pretty well. We did everything we wanted to and then some.

Hope this helps.

Carol

 

[proverbs3]

We just returned from Disney World in Orlando. I don't know if their policies are different from DisneyLand, but this is what we did in Florida.

We went to guest services, got our disabled pass. Basically, it does the same thing as the Fast Pass, but you don't have to go get your "time to return" ticket. You just show up and you go in. Sometimes there is a wait because you're with the Fast Pass people, but not much. I still didn't understand why more people didn't use the Fast Pass lane. Anyway, our next stop was always the clinic. They were fantastic! Faith has to have 1 or 2 therapy sessions while in the park, as well as being hooked up to an IV.

We went at the end of August and it was very hot. So all these things helped. We also found out that she wasn't handling the heat very well, so we got her a wheelchair. That was extremely helpful in getting around the park. Sometimes, the clinic people gave us one, but you are supposed to rent them when you first come into the park. The clinic also stored our portable cooler which had medicine as well as our lunch and some drinks. Every day, we carried 5 bags into the park!!! We did it though and it worked out pretty well. We did everything we wanted to and then some.

Hope this helps.

Carol