Accessibility regulations at the Parkinson's Association in Israel
Legal definitions:
The law defines accessibility as “the ability to reach a place, move and find your way around it, use and enjoy a service, receive information provided or produced within or in connection with a place or service, use their facilities and participate in the programs and activities that take place there, all in an equal, respectful, independent and safe manner.”
A person who needs accommodations will inform the person in charge who invited him to the office/club of the necessary accommodations. It should be noted that the inviter is obligated to accompany the guest throughout his stay at the place of activity, from the moment he enters until the moment he leaves.
Israeli law requires every business to publish an accessibility statement on its website. Website posting is of great importance and helps people with disabilities receive critical information about the accessibility arrangements on the website.
Accessibility at the activity site (club)
Before contestants enter the club, they must check the accessibility options of the venue.
- Wide accessible entrance door designed for wheelchairs/walkers.
- An alternative to stairs – a ramp.
- Elevators.
- A sturdy railing is required near the stairs.
- The activity rooms have sturdy chairs with side handles and a backrest.
- Throughout the club, hazards such as bumps in the floor, unstable tiles, carpets, and other hazards should be avoided.
- Toilets are accessible to wheelchairs and walkers, with grab bars where necessary. Where possible, a panic button, sink, and faucet are adapted accordingly.
Accessibility in activities outside the club
Before embarking on an activity outside the club, the person in charge must ensure that the route is accessible from beginning to end.
- When departing by bus – an accessible bus must be booked, adapted for wheelchairs, equipped with a lifting device for passenger entry and exit. The cost of transportation is the same as regular transportation prices.
- Anyone dealing with stability issues is asked to come with a companion.
- If possible, a medic or paramedic equipped accordingly should be attached to activities outside the club.
- The person in charge of the trip will provide first aid equipment throughout the route.
Insurance at the club and when going out for activities outside the club
The Parkinson's Association insured the contestants with third-party insurance for activities within the clubs.
Yet, There is no insurance for activities outside the club. (Cannot be done.) Therefore, It is recommended that for planned activities outside of the club, you take out insurance for the specific activity..
