I have one of those “invisible” disabilities. I have used my DAS since 2004 and have always followed every rule, only bringing immediate family, less than 4 etc…
I couldn’t get to the parks before 11, I have never seen a rope drop, and most times I was out of the park by 8 pm due to my disability. I can’t pay $175+ for 7-8 hours and wait in lines which will worsen my problems and cut my day at the park to maybe 4-5.
As a frequent visitor from CT who previously visited 3-5 times a year for a week or longer ( one trip was 18 days) who spent for a resort, food, and numerous souvenirs I will be looking for other vacation choices in the future until the DAS program can return to its rightful ways as in the past.
It’s a shame Disney has conformed their rules down to this point. The liers are still going to lie and will continue to abuse the protocols of the DAS guidelines. Disney needs to check with other establishments that use DAS to get a better idea on screenings.
As someone who suffers with multiple sclerosis, this news is a deal breaker for me continuing visits to Disney. Standing for more than a few minutes causes me extreme pain, and the heat makes all my symptoms flare and my legs turn to mush. It’s just not doable, even with my rollator. 🙁
The most dehumanizing thing in this world is when those that don’t have a disability decide it is better to go through the effort and risk of claiming one. Those in the disabled community need to hold a higher standard of their own community. Show you earned the privilege not claim you have a right. When the privilege is taken advantage of, it gets taken away. Instead of fighting Disney, how about you spend your resources and fighting words toward the people who got your privilege revoked? 300% increased fraud according to this article.
This letter to Disney executives is eloquently written.
As a diagnosed sufferer of an ‘invisible’ illness (chronic & debilitating for me) DAS enabled me to enjoy attractions as my leisure (selections never expire until park close).
I would happily provide Medical documentation as you do at Disneyland Paris if it meant I could be accommodated.
Those who genuinely need it can provide some form of evidence, this would stop the abuse by those who fabricate a disability to gain access.
I truly hope those that make the decisions at Disney are listening and include other disabilities to the programme.
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Peggie
I have one of those “invisible” disabilities. I have used my DAS since 2004 and have always followed every rule, only bringing immediate family, less than 4 etc…
I couldn’t get to the parks before 11, I have never seen a rope drop, and most times I was out of the park by 8 pm due to my disability. I can’t pay $175+ for 7-8 hours and wait in lines which will worsen my problems and cut my day at the park to maybe 4-5.
As a frequent visitor from CT who previously visited 3-5 times a year for a week or longer ( one trip was 18 days) who spent for a resort, food, and numerous souvenirs I will be looking for other vacation choices in the future until the DAS program can return to its rightful ways as in the past.
Shorty
It’s a shame Disney has conformed their rules down to this point. The liers are still going to lie and will continue to abuse the protocols of the DAS guidelines. Disney needs to check with other establishments that use DAS to get a better idea on screenings.
Jessica
As someone who suffers with multiple sclerosis, this news is a deal breaker for me continuing visits to Disney. Standing for more than a few minutes causes me extreme pain, and the heat makes all my symptoms flare and my legs turn to mush. It’s just not doable, even with my rollator. 🙁
TheVictimSays
The most dehumanizing thing in this world is when those that don’t have a disability decide it is better to go through the effort and risk of claiming one. Those in the disabled community need to hold a higher standard of their own community. Show you earned the privilege not claim you have a right. When the privilege is taken advantage of, it gets taken away. Instead of fighting Disney, how about you spend your resources and fighting words toward the people who got your privilege revoked? 300% increased fraud according to this article.
Amanda
This letter to Disney executives is eloquently written.
As a diagnosed sufferer of an ‘invisible’ illness (chronic & debilitating for me) DAS enabled me to enjoy attractions as my leisure (selections never expire until park close).
I would happily provide Medical documentation as you do at Disneyland Paris if it meant I could be accommodated.
Those who genuinely need it can provide some form of evidence, this would stop the abuse by those who fabricate a disability to gain access.
I truly hope those that make the decisions at Disney are listening and include other disabilities to the programme.
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