RIDE ACCESS
We reserve a Ride Access Pass for guests who do not understand the concept of queuing, have difficulties with everyday social interaction, have a limited capacity to follow instructions or to understand others’ emotional feelings or expressions, and may become agitated or distressed having to wait for extended periods of time; plus permanently non ambulant guests.
Please note that having a registered disability does not automatically qualify guests to receive a Ride Access Pass.
Qualification includes the requirement of photographic identification on each and every occasion an application for a Ride Access Pass is made at Adventurers’ Services.
Other documentation required can include a letter from a consultant or GP detailing the condition that may warrant the provision of a Ride Access Pass, and/or Blue Badge. Please note we no longer accept DWP/DLA letters as acceptable documentation.
Hi jimmy. I like to think that I am coping with my diabetes as best I can and I am not one for feeling sorry for myself, I try to get on with life, as who knows how long life will last. The things you refer to as a 'big deal', yes I have to do them, do I stop doing activities that I did before my diagnosis, no i do not, I carry on as 'normal' as I can. As far as my 'curt' gesture, I don't feel my reply was rude or abrupt. It was my honest opinion. Obviously one you were not wanting to hear, as it appears you think that all people with diabetes should act as if they cannot cope with life as they did before diagnosis. I wouldn't start talking about rights though. As Cugila posted, it is not your 'right' to have this pass, it is at the discretion of the park. And as Catherine posted, you obviosuly have a chip on your shoulder which is blatently obvious to anyone you speak to. Maybe if you improved your attitude you might get a better response from people? Just a thought. :wink:jimmyt1988 said:Cool, i'm glad you "just have diabetes" aswell. It's not a big deal ay. I mean, the injections, blood tests, need for constant self analysis. It's no big deal . glad you had fun at Alton...
I don't know why you posted such a curt gesture and why you don't understand your own rights.
These barriers are being broken down . People with diabetes can and have done everything from climbing Mt Everest to taking part in Olympic cross country skiing, to (in the US) being part of the armed forces. Women have children and care for them, in spite of injections testing and hypos.
So why should we demand to jump a queue at an amusement park? Isn't that reinforcing the stereotype that diabetics are unable to do these things?
jimmyt1988 said:ME: “How is this acceptable? I pay £36 to enter Chessington to have a good time, not to constantly worry about my blood sugars. When I wait in a queue, my blood sugar levels lower; especially in the sun. I get to the ride and ignore my symptoms because I am excited about getting on and then have a hypo whilst on it.” (I don't really, but dammit, I'm making a point).
How is this acceptable? I pay £36 to enter Chessington to have a good time, not to constantly worry about my blood sugars.
When I wait in a queue, my blood sugar levels lower; especially in the sun. I get to the ride and ignore my symptoms because I am excited about getting on and then have a hypo whilst on it.” (I don't really, but dammit, I'm making a point
I am a diabetic but would in no way class myself as disabled! Its a condition not a disability!
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