"Restroom accessibility is just as important as venue accessibility," says Lori Anderson, President and CEO of Momentum. "Going to the restroom may be something that most of us don't really give much thought to. However, for caregivers and people with mobility issues or a disability or a medical condition it is an issue that determines whether you will go to a venue or not. When you struggle to accomplish even simple personal activities, the availability of an accessible restroom in a public place or event like a concert or a hockey game becomes a major consideration in deciding whether or not you'll go to such an event in the first place."
Most businesses do not know that 1 in 7 people in the U.S. has a disability that impacts their mobility. An ADA-compliant restroom is insufficient for all people with mobility limitations, including veterans, seniors, adults and children with disabilities, and their caregivers. This segment of the population avoids businesses and events because the restrooms are not truly accessible. Momentum Refresh is an innovative mobile solution that is the first of its kind in the U.S. for restroom equity at public venues that is safe, sanitary, and comfortable for assisted changing.
In Los Angeles, people who require more restroom equity represent a quarter million individuals with an estimated $12.5B in disposable income. With Momentum Refresh, businesses will be able to engage this overlooked demographic.
A minimal investment to have Momentum Refresh as a resource for expanding business appeal to a larger audience, who would otherwise be excluded, will not only improve the guests' experience but result in additional revenue streams from ticket, concession, and merchandise sales. Being more inclusive also increases a company's DEI and strategically increases brand affinity.
We are so grateful to Honda Center for helping to promote the need for greater accessibility. In addition, Momentum Refresh's presence at the venue supports NHL's "Hockey is for Everyone" campaign, designed to promote diversity and inclusion in the NHL community.
For more information about Momentum Refresh visit
momentumrefresh.org
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Momentum is the non-profit corporation that created Momentum Refresh for greater restroom equity at public venues. Momentum has been innovative services and resources for children and adults to maximize their independence for over 75 years. The organization remains true to our mission of advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of children and adults with disabilities and medical conditions. Momentum provides an array of individualized resources so children and adults can choose how they want to live their day-to-day lives.:
https://www.momentum4all.org
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facebook.com/momentum4all
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