Newly installed RISE Changing Places facilities
We are excited to announce that we have newly installed RISE Changing Places facilities at
- Middleton Arena in the Wet Changing Village
- Heywood Sports Village in the main foyer by the Sports Hall
Similar facilities are already available at Rochdale Leisure Centre.
Changing Places toilets are designed for people who need additional space, equipment and a carer which is not possible within the space of a standard accessible toilet.
How is a Changing Places toilet different from an accessible WC?
A standard accessible WC is designed for independent use by an individual. Grabrails (fixed handrails) are located to the side and rear of the WC, aiding self-transfer between a wheelchair and the WC. In some cases, a wheelchair user may be assisted, but there is usually insufficient room for assistants. Standard accessible WC’s are designed to facilitate access by a standard wheelchair but are unlikely to accommodate for example a powered wheelchair, or those fitted with additional head or leg supports. Changing Places toilets also allow assistants to use the toilet without leaving the disabled person unattended.
Changing Places toilets are designed for people who cannot use a standard accessible toilet; for people who need additional space, equipment and a carer which is not possible within the space of a standard accessible toilet.
For more information please visit: https://www.changing-places.org/