Re: Handicap/disabled person things to do
[Re: DonnaR]
#524929
08/03/17 09:42 AM
08/03/17 09:42 AM
|
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 1,465 San Pedro, Belize
Judyann H.
.
|
|
Hello DonnaR.... I wish I had better news, however it is a challenge getting around on this island for people in good health.... Unfortunately people using assisted devices often become discouraged..... Most of our buildings are made of concrete with high elevations to protect from flooding, therefore stairs are in constant use. In addition our roads are dirt, cobblestone and concrete without sidewalks...... We have had guests over the years who have brought their relatives with walkers and wheel chairs however they are quick to physically carry their loved ones into and out of establishments for dining, shopping and getting around...We use Golf Carts for transportation and this often causes added physical discomfort for people.... We do have a couple of resorts with elevators and on site pathways, however getting around on the beach and using the piers would be another challenge...... I would encourage you to view the photo gallery on this message board and www.ambergriscaye.com. You will get a better idea of our terrain and facilities..... Wishing you and your family well on your next adventure.... 
Last edited by Judyann H.; 08/03/17 09:44 AM.
|
|
|
Re: Handicap/disabled person things to do
[Re: Katie Valk]
#525053
08/08/17 02:50 PM
08/08/17 02:50 PM
|
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 6,260 San Pedro AC Belize
Diane Campbell
.
|
|
Diana, remember the handicapped dive groups that came in yrs ago, think they stayed at Journey's End. Clientele were paraplegic divers. I can only imagine how simply divine floating in the sea would feel for someone who can't move on land. Was Steve Bowen the diver master? I do know the doors in some of the rooms at Banyan Bay were wide enough for a wheelchair. And their staff went over and above to assist a client with MS. I was able to get a permit for my client to use the golf cart in areas where prohibited. The guys at Maya Island carried her. Everyone made a huge effort to help. True Belizean hospitality and why so any love this country. They don't make the news, but they are all over. Yes, think 36 inches is whats require for a chair to clear a doorway. Get your measuring tapes out. Las Terrazas also hosted a paraplegic dive association tour. they made a walkway from the pier to the property and after that I think the rest of the grounds were ok for everybody. nice pool area for lounging.
|
|
|
|
0 registered members (),
99
guests, and 0
spiders. |
Key:
Admin,
Global Mod,
Mod
|
|
Forums44
Topics77,648
Posts496,515
Members20,197
|
Most Online7,413 Nov 7th, 2021
|
|
|