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submitted 2 years ago by Nachorella@lemmy.sdf.org to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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Hello, I just had an accessibility question for the wheelchair using folks. Is going on well maintained grass fine? Or is it a bit problematic?

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[–] Today@lemmy.world 6 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Not a wc user, but I work with people who are. Short distance on very smooth level grass (think putting green) would probably be ok if it's dry. The front wheels are small and easily get stuck. Think about how hard it would be to push a shopping cart.

[–] Nachorella@lemmy.sdf.org 1 points 2 years ago

Thanks for the info, I think we'll try to avoid the grass.

[–] DarraignTheSane@lemmy.world 5 points 2 years ago (1 children)

If by "well maintained grass" you're talking about a flat, maintained sports field or something of the sort, likely yes. If you mean grass that's been cut but the ground is otherwise natural with bumps and holes, then you'll probably have problems.

It does depend on the chair, but most are not built for off-roading. Also will depend on if you're the pusher or if you're talking about propelling yourself (as the wheelchair occupant).

[–] Nachorella@lemmy.sdf.org 2 points 2 years ago

Thanks for the info, that's helpful!

[–] zerbey@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

I'm not, but I have family who are. Wheelchair on grass is hard going, even if it's very flat and well maintained. I wouldn't want to do it except over very short distances. If you have to, turn the wheelchair user around and go backwards, but I always feel that is even more embarrassing for them.

[–] aperson@beehaw.org 1 points 2 years ago

I would imagine that as long as the ground is relatively smooth and not sandy, it fine.