Caregivers Can Go to Disney!

I can still remember the very first time our family drove underneath this iconic entrance and arrived at the most magical place on Earth!  I also clearly remember the concern I felt due to me bringing my husband, who was fighting a life-threatening heart condition, so far away from home and his doctors.  

Six months prior to this moment I knew nothing about maneuvering through this massive resort, its four theme parks, two water parks, shopping area, or the countless resort hotels.  I was unfamiliar with transportation as well as medical assistance in the area, too.  Since I am an educator and a research librarian, I did what came natural and began to investigate all there was to know about taking a sick or disabled person to a place called Walt Disney World Resort.

It began with me writing a letter to the acting President of WDW questioning all there was to know about how medical emergencies would be handled at all locations if one occurred with my husband.  To my surprise within a week's time I received a personal phone call from the President's personal assistant answering all my questions as well as sending me additional information in the mail.  

Since that first trip in 2009, my family has traveled to this amazing place 6 additional times!  In June of this year we experienced a real life dream come true by moving to the Orlando area.  Our family are now Resident Pass Holders!  After visiting multiple times since July of this year, I realized I continue to learn tricks and tips that would be helpful to fellow Caregivers.  I began this blog in order to share all I have learned so that your upcoming trip will be the very best possible.  Caregivers deserve to relax and have fun, too, and that's just what I will show you how to do!