Build a three-column comparison table. In the first column, list the feature: sleeping occupancy, bathroom arrangement, climate control, noise, lighting, mobility access, food process, laundry, storage, outdoor access, communication rules, and visitor rules. In the second, write the facility’s answer and its source. In the third, mark confirmed, needs review, or not established. Leave a blank rather than turning an unclear answer into a yes.
For accessibility, ask specific questions that match the person’s needs. Examples include step-free entry, doorway clearance, bathroom supports, shower access, seating, navigation for low vision, and communication accommodations. A general statement that a property is “accessible” does not tell you which spaces or features are usable. If an accommodation is essential, ask for confirmation before travel or payment. Do not rely solely on photographs, which may be outdated or may show only selected areas.
- Can the facility explain the actual sleeping and bathroom arrangement that would apply?
- Are temperature, light, noise, and storage details clear enough for your needs?
- Have accessibility features been verified specifically rather than described generally?