From: American Parkinson Disease Association
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2012 6:35 AM
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Subject: May Tip of the Month from American Parkinson Disease Association
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It’s springtime and the weather is getting nicer! In this Tip of the Month e-mail, we’ll share some helpful tips to keep in mind when traveling, which many of you may have planned in the coming months!
a.. Take a cane to help stabilize your walking when visiting unfamiliar places. Usually, people will try to be more careful not to bump into you when they see a cane.
b.. Take along your personal disabled windshield placard when you travel. Disabled parking permits are honored in most states; often, you can use your placard on a rental car or in a car in which you are a passenger. However, some states do not honor disabled placards issued from another state. If you are traveling by car, contact the police department in your destination city to find out about local ordinances. If you forget to bring your permit with you, you may be able to visit the nearest department of motor vehicles office and request a temporary permit. Don’t be surprised if they want to see a doctor’s letter certifying your disability or medical condition.
c.. Keep an extra outfit in the car in case you spill something on your clothing and need to change.
d.. If traveling by air, remember that with heightened airport security you must present a photo ID (usually a driver’s license) when checking in, so that airport personnel can match your picture ID with the name on the ticket. If you do not have a valid driver’s license because of a disability, obtain a picture ID from your state’s department of motor vehicles. A small service fee may be charged to obtain a picture ID.
e.. Save energy by making use of the conveniences many airports have for travelers. When you enter the airport let a porter call for a wheelchair and carry your bags. Ask, in advance, if he can assist you with your bags to the ticket counter and then take you to the gate. If you start out with a porter – whom you pay to take you every step of the way, you will be less stressed and have more energy for the rest of your trip. Once you reach the gate, tell the gate agent if you will need any assistance boarding or during the flight. When you reach your destination, ask the gate agent to call for a porter and ask him to take you from the gate to the baggage carousel, and finally, to the taxi stand. It may cost a few dollars for a porter, but it is well worth it.
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