at Water's Edge Resort

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.