For many people who have mobility issues, including those who might have sustained a brief injury or who require more consistent care at an assisted living facility, it can often feel like getting out just isn’t worth it. And while the logistics of leaving the house can be a bit more complicated, you can still attend events even if you have mobility issues.
The trick is being able to properly prepare and get the assistance that you need.
To help ensure that you’re able to do this, here are three tips for going to events when you have mobility issues.
Reach Out If You Have Accessibility Needs
If you have any kind of mobility issues where you might need to adjust how you’re able to move around a space during an event, you should reach out to those running the event to share with them your accessibility needs.
Almost all event spaces have ways that they can work with people with mobility issues. But if you wait until you’re there to try to get what you need, you might run into a few more obstacles than you otherwise would. So while it’s not ideal to have to do this, if you want to be sure that you have the accessibility you need, reaching out beforehand can really help with this.
Ask About The Layout Of The Space
For people with any kind of mobility issues or even just those who are worried about how they’ll be able to move about an event space, you can always ask about the layout of the space.
For many larger spaces, maps of the space are available online and can be researched without having to even speak with anyone. But if you have specific questions or can’t find the information you’re needing, speaking with someone who works at the event space about how things are laid out and how you can get the accessibility you need is possible.
Get There Early To Make Sure Your Needs Are Met
If you’re not going to be able to easily get around a space like other people can, it’s wise to come to the event that you’re attending a little early. By doing this, you’ll give yourself and the event organizers time to get you the assistance you need and ensure that you’re where you want to be when the event begins. This way, you won’t feel rushed or pressured with trying to figure out where you’re going and what you’re doing as the event you’re attending is about to start.
To not allow your mobility issues to stop you from attending events, consider using the tips mentioned above to help you get the accessibility you need when attending an event.
