at Water's Edge Resort


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Access Guide

  • General Access
  • Communication
  • Vision
  • Hearing
  • Physical - Mobility
  • Physical - Wheelchair
  • Physical - High support needs

GENERAL ACCESS

 Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints and discussing feedback regarding accessibility issues/barriers.
 Website meets WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards (https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/)
 Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
 Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)

COMMUNICATION

 Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
 A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility

VISION

 Provide digital communication materials (hard copy information is also available on line)
 Use easy read fonts in our signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial)
 Have an appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog

HEARING

 Caption all entertainment (TVs, live shows, performances)
 Have TVs with captioning option
 Have a low noise reception areas with hearing loss friendly acoustics and adequate lighting for viewing facial expressions (includes common areas which are free of background noise, background music)

PHYSICAL - MOBILITY

 Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
 Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
 Provide seating in common areas including reception area. Seating provided is a variety/range and include some with back rests and arm rests.

PHYSICAL - WHEELCHAIR

 Have step free outdoor pathways

PHYSICAL - HIGH SUPPORT NEEDS

 Have twin beds available on request
 2-Bedroom apartments are available with separate sleeping areas.