Annie Elainey | WALKING away from a disabled parking space? @theannieelainey | Uploaded October 2023 | Updated October 2024, 6 hours ago.
During a day of errands, I had to use my wheelchair to get around a shop. Following that, I had an appointment on the other side of the same shopping complex. So I drove across the parking lot to get closer.

Here’s the twist: at my subsequent appointment, I had this to consider: I’d be sitting the whole time, I parked very close, just a few feet from the door, and my body was stable enough where I could get inside without using my wheelchair.

I couldn’t help but feel anxious and ask myself:

1- Could I trust my body to successfully get me in there without a mobility aid?
2- Will the waiting room be empty with plenty of places to sit?
3- Would someone notice that I used a wheelchair earlier and walked into this appointment “just fine” now?
4-Would someone misunderstand my situation?
5-Would they question my need for a wheelchair?
6-Would they get confrontational about it?

It’s not fair that disabled people like myself have to fear harassment in this way. I want to shed light on a common misconception surrounding disabled parking spots. In this video, I delve into the reasons why someone might walk away from a disabled parking spot, highlighting the importance of understanding. Let’s challenge assumptions together and promote inclusivity! 🌍💙

[Video Description: Annie, with long black, wavy hair and glasses, wearing a black and white striped shirt, sits in the driver seat of her car talking to the camera]