I've super excited to get to Universal Studios Hollywood later this year. Was dreading it because of recent Disney DAS pass changes, so I wasn't confident about how Universal would be, but after registering for the IAC card, I was approved overnight and am awaiting my meeting or contact with Universal. I hope Disney adopts this as well, cause I love sending in documents to state my case instead of speaking to a cast member who has no empathy or medical background or credentials.
My big problem is the whole concept of requiring formal medical documentation to go to an amusement park is ridiculous and illegal. The whole point of the ADA is to give you accommodation without needing of people to know your medical diagnosis. IBCCES skirts this by saying you volunteered the information but you can't get accommodation without doing this process that requires your doctor's contact information and medical information. So these theme parks are saying if you voluntarily break your own HIPAA and best interest to let this third party company use your data however they see fit is the only way you can access appropriate accommodation seems very discriminatory.
It’s also awful when people that do not have disabilities lie and make it hard for people that actually need the help. So I do not mind giving any medical documents that they need. My adult child suffers enough every day and it’s nice to get a little help once in a while when you can.
So for a disabled person who didn't know this new process who needs accommodation but doesn't have a formal letter on them and are at the park...what are they suppose to do...stressful.
They will give you a pass for the 16 days for your trip. But they will heavily inform you about their new process. They understand that it's still new and that people don't know about it yet.
My 8yo just fractured his ankle and has a boot on. We have X-rays and Dr’s note stating his mobility will be limited for at least 8 weeks. We were planning to go to Universal in July. But we are thinking of moving the trip to June to be within that 8 week window. But you said the card is good for 12 months…thoughts in going in June (within the 8 weeks) or July? Thanks.
I'm curious about "documention". I had two knee surgeries, last one 2 years ago Im not in physical condition to stand 30 minutes multiple times or walk more than two hours. how do I document this?
The IBCCES may approve you, but Universal will likely deny any mobility issues with a "we can accommodate that with a wheelchair" (which you have to PAY to rent). They have been HORRIBLE with this, there are people documenting their experiences being denied when they have IBS ("you can hail a CM and they will hold your space in line" or "your family can hold your spot"), PTSD and even autism (same reasons as before). It's truly insane.
Oh yeah and Universal can, at their own discretion, deny you access to accommodations when they call and follow up on your form 48 hours before your trip. So you could waste a whole lot of money and time planning a trip to then be denied the accommodations you need to take that trip.
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I've super excited to get to Universal Studios Hollywood later this year. Was dreading it because of recent Disney DAS pass changes, so I wasn't confident about how Universal would be, but after registering for the IAC card, I was approved overnight and am awaiting my meeting or contact with Universal. I hope Disney adopts this as well, cause I love sending in documents to state my case instead of speaking to a cast member who has no empathy or medical background or credentials.
My big problem is the whole concept of requiring formal medical documentation to go to an amusement park is ridiculous and illegal. The whole point of the ADA is to give you accommodation without needing of people to know your medical diagnosis. IBCCES skirts this by saying you volunteered the information but you can't get accommodation without doing this process that requires your doctor's contact information and medical information. So these theme parks are saying if you voluntarily break your own HIPAA and best interest to let this third party company use your data however they see fit is the only way you can access appropriate accommodation seems very discriminatory.
It’s also awful when people that do not have disabilities lie and make it hard for people that actually need the help. So I do not mind giving any medical documents that they need. My adult child suffers enough every day and it’s nice to get a little help once in a while when you can.
So for a disabled person who didn't know this new process who needs accommodation but doesn't have a formal letter on them and are at the park...what are they suppose to do...stressful.
They will give you a one day pass and tell you the process for next time. They understand it's still new and people don't know about it yet.
They will give you a pass for the 16 days for your trip. But they will heavily inform you about their new process. They understand that it's still new and that people don't know about it yet.
What if you have guests with you? Can they be added while you at the park?
My 8yo just fractured his ankle and has a boot on. We have X-rays and Dr’s note stating his mobility will be limited for at least 8 weeks. We were planning to go to Universal in July. But we are thinking of moving the trip to June to be within that 8 week window. But you said the card is good for 12 months…thoughts in going in June (within the 8 weeks) or July? Thanks.
What action does my doctor take and how does she take it?
From UK got mine approved added the xray report doc for my hip OA only took few days
That's amazing I'm glad it was so smooth for you!
I'm glad it went so smooth and quick foe you!
I'm curious about "documention". I had two knee surgeries, last one 2 years ago Im not in physical condition to stand 30 minutes multiple times or walk more than two hours. how do I document this?
The IBCCES may approve you, but Universal will likely deny any mobility issues with a "we can accommodate that with a wheelchair" (which you have to PAY to rent). They have been HORRIBLE with this, there are people documenting their experiences being denied when they have IBS ("you can hail a CM and they will hold your space in line" or "your family can hold your spot"), PTSD and even autism (same reasons as before). It's truly insane.
As others have stated they almost 100 percent deny you because of mobility and the fact that they have mobility aid options.
Universal Studios Hollywood sucks. Couldn’t accommodate my husband who needs it.
Oh yeah and Universal can, at their own discretion, deny you access to accommodations when they call and follow up on your form 48 hours before your trip. So you could waste a whole lot of money and time planning a trip to then be denied the accommodations you need to take that trip.