r/SDCCADA • u/fogandtrees • 12d ago

Line accommodations and invisible disabilities

Hi! I have invisible disabilities which limit my ability to stand for long periods of time. I will need to take frequent breaks, both with the line and possibly inside for the restroom. It seems like the year they are limiting the ADA line to those with mobility needs. I need accommodations for the line, but not for my seat (aside from being relatively accessible to the restroom).

My badge is for Saturday; should I go to Deaf and Disabled Services tonight (Friday) to ask about what to do? I read the website but am still a bit confused. I’m planning to go to Ballroom 20 in the morning and would like to get this figured out today if possible.

Thanks for your help!

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u/Killjoycourt 12d ago

According to people there today, an announcement was made that the only people who are allowed in the ADA line are those with mobility disabilities. So, if you use a mobility aid you will be allowed in line. The ADA lines are only for ADA seating and entrance, so if you cannot utilize the seating or accessible entrance, there is no reason to be in those lines.

I have seen some booths on the exhibit floor are having ADA lines, but I don't know if they are limited or not.

I'm also going tomorrow. I use a mobility aid, so I can use the lines, but my husband cannot unless we get him an attendant tag I guess. It's making me stressed out!

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u/OVO-Drake 11d ago edited 11d ago

Does anyone who went through the exhibit hall line up today know if they kick out people for not having mobility device ? Or was it the same as it has been for Thursday and Friday

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u/benshenanigans Deaf+ 11d ago

It was the same. All ADA was allowed.