Reason for posting

After I posted the previous blog concerning doors I failed to mention one of the key issues.  I seem to do this sometimes.  I failed to put in that most people I run into hold the door open for me which is fantastic and very thoughtful.  A problem I run into is three fold.  Problem number one is to open the door, secondly is to enter and the last part is letting go of the door.  Though many may not realize the last step living with my disability I do recognize that step.  It is a real hardship to enter into a building after letting go of the door.

To do this I have to pre-plan and coordinate letting go of the door, taking a step and placing my cane.  One of the factors I have to consider now that use to be meaningless is the door itself.  Though many may not realize it how far the door opens, how heavy it is to open and how fast the door closes are all critical issues to consider.  Many times the door opens only about 75 degrees and not 90 meaning it will close a bit faster than normal.  Also if the door is heavier and closes quickly means I,or someone like me, must move quickly to get out of the way of a closing door.  This  may not sound like a big deal, however if there is foot traffic it can impede my trying to enter.  If something or someone gets in my path and I have to stop the door may hit me, which has happened, causing me some problems.  The message here is realize that if someone has a mobility problem realize for a minute that they may need a bit of help entering the facility or exiting.  Bottom line holding the door for the person to completely enter or exit is what is really helpful.  Thank you ahead of time.