Results: DISABILITIES
Published on 01/14/2025
As I have gotten older, I have become aware of the obstacles and perks afforded to senior citizens in the United States. Since I don't know what is available to citizens in Canada, I have included N/A options.
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I have been forced to use a walker or cane until I get my knee surgery next month. This has presented many problems. The American Disabilities Act states that all public buildings must have handicapped entrances. A new Family Dollar store was built last year in my town. There are two sets of doors to enter. It is very difficult to hold the doors open while maneuvering a walker. Do you think all businesses should have automatic doors or a button to push to open doors? Yes
68%
1431 votes
No
16%
326 votes
Not Applicable
16%
343 votes
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Most people are kind and will stop and at least hold the door for me. There have been a few who ignore me and let the door slam in my face. Would you stop and help a person struggling even if you were in a hurry? Yes
83%
1741 votes
No
17%
359 votes
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Most business districts have designated handicapped parking spaces for those with handicapped placards. There are large fines - $100+ for parking in these spaces without a placard. However, some people ignore them. If you see an illegally parked car in a handicapped space, would you Ignore the situation?
32%
678 votes
Confront the driver?
16%
327 votes
Report it to the authorities?
24%
499 votes
Not Applicable
28%
596 votes
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In the US, people on Medicare and/or Medicaid can get assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc. paid for. All they need is a doctor's prescription. Did you know this is available? Yes
43%
910 votes
No
29%
602 votes
Not Applicable
28%
588 votes
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Another US government assist available to those who are hearing impaired is a captioned phone. It is paid for by a Federal program. Your need for this must be verified by an audiologist. Have you heard of this program? Yes
32%
676 votes
No
40%
850 votes
Not Applicable
27%
574 votes
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Lastly, I want to thank all Tellwuters who create polls with videos for including an N/A option. I am hearing impaired and cannot hear a video clearly, especially music. I also use closed captioning on my TV. Do you use closed captioning on TV? Yes
23%
483 votes
No
54%
1142 votes
Sometimes
23%
475 votes
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