Advocating for Universal Changing Tables: Changing Spaces Campaign

Parenting Impossible – The Special Needs Survival Podcast

Ever felt the pangs of frustration trying to navigate public spaces with a disability or care for someone who does? This frustration fueled the journey of an extraordinary parent advocating for change, Jayme Betts who serves as the Massachusetts Chapter Leader of the Changing Spaces Campaign. She shares an illuminating exploration of her mission to make public spaces more accessible for people with disabilities, inspired by her own experiences with her daughter, Sophia, who has Soto Syndrome. Jayme’s story is one of determination and resilience, as she used her personal struggle to fuel her advocacy for universally accessible changing tables. With the lack of adequate facilities, she was compelled to start a chapter of Changing Spaces in Massachusetts, a national organization dedicated to enhancing accessibility in public areas. She shares her experience with the transformative impact of using a universal changing table for the first time, adding a powerful, personalized perspective that only a parent facing these challenges could offer. Additionally, we delved into a potential solution that Jayme has championed – height-adjustable, secured changing tables with a significant support capacity. This innovation, which is set to be included in the International Building Code for 2024, could revolutionize the lives of individuals with disabilities. Jayme gives listeners a glimpse into her world of advocacy as she recounts her experience testifying before a joint committee, providing a firsthand understanding of the battles and triumphs on the road to making public spaces more accessible. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who seeks to understand more about the need for inclusivity and accessibility in our everyday spaces. Learn more about the Changing Spaces Campaign in Massachusetts: Website: https://www.changingspacescampaign.com/machapter Link Tree with Resources: https://linktr.ee/changing_spaces_ma Instagram: https://instagram.com/changing_spaces_ma Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089054724819

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