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H&H's accessibility measures for patients with mobility-related disabilities
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Council Member Mercedes Narcisse inquires about NYC Health + Hospitals' (H&H) measures to ensure access for individuals with mobility-related disabilities. Manny Saez, Vice President of Facilities at H&H, responds by detailing the organization's compliance with accessibility standards and specific accommodations provided.
- H&H complies with local, state, and federal accessibility requirements, including CMS and NYS Department of Health standards
- Facilities feature wide corridors, handrails, ADA-compliant restrooms, access ramps, and accessible elevators
- Additional accommodations include special lighting, ergonomic furniture, and automatic doors
Mercedes Narcisse
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My question toward H and H, how does H and H ensure access for those who may have disabilities relating to mobility?
Manny Saez
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Thank you council member.
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H and complies with all local, state, and federal requirements as I mentioned earlier.
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The public agency is governed by CMS and the New York State Department of Health.
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H and H has corridors that are large enough that do not restrict travel with, ADA compliance.
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H and h hallways and handrails assist people where they need more stability when walking.
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And h and h restrooms and accommodations such as wider stalls and other accessories instead of restrooms are also ADA compliant.
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Access ramps are installed in all h and h buildings to facilitate movement throughout.
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Elevators are easily operated and have ADA compliant controls.
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And there are also instances where we make accommodations for people who need additional support, like lighting, ergonomic furniture, and automatic doors.
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Thank you.