Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 9:10PM If you like to help out here how to do a review.
To do an accessible room review, it is best to make arrangements with the front desk to see the room. Be sure to make it clear that you would like to see a room with a roll-in shower if they have one. Explain that you are doing the review for a web site, and give them a business card.
On the report form, identify the state, city, and hotel/resort that you are reviewing. Describe the lobby area, for instance, does the front desk have an accessible check-in counter (e.g. is it low?). Perhaps there is something special about the gift shop; is there a small convenience store? Be sure to confirm with the front desk the number of accessible rooms at the hotel and be specific about how many have roll-in showers. Please note that information on the form at the room(s) section.
While in the room, see if the entry door automated or if you must operate it by hand. When accessing the living space, be sure to confirm that there is enough room for a wheelchair to maneuver between the TV stand and dresser and the bed. If there are two beds, confirm that a wheelchair can fit between them. Note the number of beds on the form and their size and height.
In the bathroom note all the accessible features, like the height of the sink, whether or not a wheelchair will fit under it comfortably, where the towel racks are placed and whether or not they are within reach if you are in a wheelchair. In the shower, pay attention to accessibility as well. Can a person in a wheelchair transfer to the bath chair, is the showerhead adjustable, can you reach the controls, and is there an accessible place for a person to put their shampoo, rinse, and soap and be able to reach it when they are bathing. Are there grab bars in the shower? Where are they placed? The same goes for the toilet area. Are there sufficient grab bars to support transfer from a wheelchair to the toilet?
On the report form, please note what you have taken photos of next to the subject line for each topic. If you have question please contact me either at 1-619-840-6055 or chcasd@scglobal.net. Also please Email or call me for Business cards and/or report forms.Thanks for helping me grow my site, and have fun with your reviews.
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