im really surprised there was no braille signage, it seems like an oversight

@theresa5059

2 жыл бұрын

The baby changing table located in the disabled toilet is usually covered in braille in several different languages.

@Snaakie83

2 жыл бұрын

Using the word oversight... 😂

@YouWantaBath

2 жыл бұрын

The word oversight here fits but doesn't, hard to see it setting well. Lol

@Llamamanllama

2 жыл бұрын

Fr. They give a blind girl a key to a food she can't find on her own 🤦‍♂️

@lynnenicholson6968

2 жыл бұрын

@@Snaakie83 there’s nothing wrong with using oversight. Blind people say “I’ll see you later,” “I watched tv,” and “I’m looking for the pill I dropped” even if we are not using our eyes for those functions.

"She got here because I said 'find the counter" and I gave her a kibble." This is why so many service dogs are labs and goldens. Retrievers will literally take you to the ends of the Earth and back in exchange for a "good doggy" and a piece of kibble.

@JillyBean860

2 жыл бұрын

Most adults would get confused and lost trying to find a large counter. The fact that a dog can be trained to do this is amazing and beautiful ❤️ 🐶

@limiv5272

Жыл бұрын

Not sure that's accurate. Most dogs I've met would be willing to do the same regardless of breed, though a few wouldn't have been smart enough to successfully complete the task.

@beccahetrick9854

Жыл бұрын

Pibbles (pit bulls) are also amazing service dogs.

@-teamsukiandcorny-

Жыл бұрын

My Aussie SD does anything for a single piece of kibble. He’s still in training, so I always bring some to pay him for his good services ^^ (I also bring a treat for if he does something’s extra well, or new!)

@sarahroberts7374

Жыл бұрын

Our rottweiler would do anything for food! He was such a kind and gentle soul ❤ bit big to be a service dog though and too many people afraid of him 😂

That's kind of stupid that doesn't have Braille on it 😅

@Azletrack

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe don’t choose to be blind? You chose to limit yourself

@Kayshots

2 жыл бұрын

@@Azletrack Wtf

@uncensored393

2 жыл бұрын

@@Azletrack lmao

@alexico909

2 жыл бұрын

@@Azletrack lol you cretin

@sparklight0964

2 жыл бұрын

@@Azletrack Maybe you should read that reply again

The sign shows a man in a wheelchair ducking under an airplane turbine in a rush to save a person who has become trapped in a diving board: b

@FixerUK

2 жыл бұрын

That seems very apt considering Lucy flying a plane in one of Tom Scott's most recent videos.

@aquabluerose7734

2 жыл бұрын

Lmao

Here in Canada most accessible bathrooms/washrooms/toilets aren’t kept locked. Older buildings would probably just have a wheelchair accessible stall within the regular bathroom.

@gh0style239

2 жыл бұрын

Also some/most places just dont have a separate disabled bathroom, its just a double sized stall at the far end of the bathroom and most places see it as good enough

@violetskies14

2 жыл бұрын

The thinking in the UK is that when toilets are busy non disabled people often use the disabled toilets which can be a problem for people with incontinence issues as is common with many forms of disability, it also keeps the public disabled toilets MUCH cleaner than the regular ones which is great especially if you're there to do something like change a stoma bag where you really don't want the toilet to be filthy (not every place is part of the radar system, though most are, and it really makes a difference). It also prevents gross things like using the larger room for sex or taking drugs. Radar keys are very easy for any disabled person to get, I have several, and the staff if you're in a place like a shopping centre, restaurant ect will always have extras if you forget yours.

@violetskies14

2 жыл бұрын

@@gh0style239 I hate those! I have a big electric wheelchair and I never have enough space. Luckily in the UK they're quite rare nowadays.

@maddiecawthon2219

2 жыл бұрын

@@violetskies14 Yes, I'm able-bodied, and I've used a disabled toilet before and as I walked out, there was someone in a wheelchair who made a remark about it, but it was the only stall available and I was little (probably 8 or 9) and really needed to use the restroom, but I ended up feeling really bad afterwards. I feel like they should definitely keep disabled bathrooms separate from regular bathrooms, so no one has to experience sitting there waiting for the only stall you can use.

@GortPredator

2 жыл бұрын

@@maddiecawthon2219 where have I heard this separate but equal before? Wonder if there's any point in history that we can look at find out if it works.

Your hair is gorgeous, Lucy!

@amylouise1842

2 жыл бұрын

She was in a Pantene hair advert recently have you seen it?

@GrandGlamour

2 жыл бұрын

@@amylouise1842 just about to say this haha I literally gasped when I saw Lucy on the advert. Im so happy for her 🥰

@amylouise1842

2 жыл бұрын

@Mekehl unlike you we are accepting and don’t judge how people look. So stop being a negative Nancy her part of KZread is teaching us how she lives an everyday life as a blind person.

@Kalash74

2 жыл бұрын

@Mekehl cope she cant control it

@byte4591

2 жыл бұрын

@Mekehl cry about it then freak

Girl, you are simply GLOWING in this video! The color combo of the hair, the clothes, and the makeup is gorgeous!

It varies at different places in the US. Toilets in buildings built after the 1970s are legally required to have braille signs. But the toilets aren't typically locked, just a bigger stall for individuals in wheelchairs. Most guide dog users I met have the pup in the stall if s/he fits. I think my biggest question is how do you know when your bum is clean or if you've left some "monthly glitter" on the seat. My mom just laughed when I asked.

@dahliablack1236

2 жыл бұрын

So I'm not blind, but several years ago, this question was asked on reddit and it kind of blew up without any real answers for a long time. But eventually, someone who was actually blind (or possibly who had a blind sibling or friend) replied that they fold the toilet paper instead of crumpling it, and after wiping they would fold it in half again, and if it didn't stick together, then they were done.

@hank561

2 жыл бұрын

@@dahliablack1236 but what about the blind persons in countries which use water instead of toilet paper.

@lynnenicholson6968

2 жыл бұрын

Melinda next time you wipe do it with your eyes closed. I just know when I’m done. As for “monthly glitter” having the habit of wiping the seat after use suffices (the wipe goes in the bin with the sanitary product as they shouldn’t be flushed.)

@lynnenicholson6968

2 жыл бұрын

@@hank561 if you use toilet paper try wiping with your eyes closed. You can actually feel when you’re clean as you wipe.

@hank561

2 жыл бұрын

@@lynnenicholson6968 sorry actually I mistyped the sentence..... I wanted to say what about the blind people who live in countries which use water instead of toilet paper.

Your world has so many obstacles you seem to get through with your lovely smile remaining 💕 you truly are a breath of fresh air Lucy. Thanks for sharing your life🐾

She can observe more than many people with their eyes intact. Such a sweet person.

The one downside I have with these lock and key disabled toilets in the UK are that the door can be unlocked when someone else is inside. I’m a disabled key holder and I’ve unlocked the door on someone else multiple times now.

@aestheticallysad_3016

2 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh I can see how that would be a problem 😬 they should put the deadbolt locks on the doors that twist, and on the outside of the door it should be green if the toilet is empty and red if it is occupied (with braille on both the green and red so that blind people can read which one it is)

@aestheticallysad_3016

2 жыл бұрын

Especially for those who are blind and/or deaf. They won't be able to see/hear someone entering the door or unlocking it which could be at best an awkward encounter and at worst a dangerous situation!

@violetskies14

2 жыл бұрын

You can lock other people out by lifting up the handle on the inside of the toilet. Lots of people forget/don't know and sometimes the handle breaks but usually you can.

@charlievalentino1484

6 ай бұрын

You can make it so it locks and can't be opened with another key I've heard people try their key before when I'm in there and it never opens until I open it again

You are brilliant my love have a great day you rock

Miss Molly was like, "hurry up and open the door! I gotta go!"

Wow that key seems really useful! That's awesome!!

Your hair is looking lovely darling! Cheers to continuing to teach us all the things

Really inspiring how positive she is sharing her experiences

One of my dear uni friends was blind, but I am learning so much more from you. I understand why he was hesitant to try some things independently. It is a lot to navigate and takes determination. I am a wheelchair user, and deal with some similar obstacles. You are helping me with showing how you do things. I have more hope to travel now.

I am a wheelchair user living in austria. I don't think I have ever seen braille signage on any disabled toilet here ever. I even have an ex who is blind but it has NEVER occured to me that there should be braille on it. Thank you for opening my eyes

Just seen your Pantene ad I’m really happy for you

@ed_j_webb

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah me too. Just after watching Lucy fly a plane with Tom Scott. Synchronicity.

Lucy, God bless you I love your videos!

I thought about how she find's the light switch... Then I noticed😂

I never knew there was a system like this in place for disabled folks! I'm also surprised that a shopping centre like the, which prides itself on being on the cutting-edge of accessibility, doesn't have much braille anywhere at all :/

The dog is a star ⭐️

I was waiting for someone to scream "I'm in Here "

Them: make sure the toilet is not in use prior to opening the door Her: this sign can’t stop me because i can’t read

But how does Lucy know where the toilets are 😶 or the desk 🤯 Lucy blows my mind. I could do with Lucy to help me navigate through life! My cat refuses to be of any use!

@ajorngjdonaydbr

2 жыл бұрын

It's called a guide dog and then building up a self reference in her day to day life of where things and places are located

@weareallbornmad410

2 жыл бұрын

@@ajorngjdonaydbr But this is in a public place, where she could be for the first time. She knows which is the ladies, too. How???

@ajorngjdonaydbr

2 жыл бұрын

@@weareallbornmad410 basic guide dog training, the dog is trained on how to navigate to essential places. They learn also by social interaction that they would get from their owner, who maybe blind but is still aware capable of how to ask for directions

@weareallbornmad410

2 жыл бұрын

@@ajorngjdonaydbr How, though? How do they navigate to essential places?

@ajorngjdonaydbr

2 жыл бұрын

@@weareallbornmad410 you have the worlds biggest encyclopedia of knowledge in the palm of your hands but continue to ask a question you can easily find the answer to?

Hair and makeup looks gorgeous!

Thank you for kindness and we really appreciate help with blindness and I have so many friends hearing loss. You are an inspiration and it’s a feeling of strength your videos! It’s an inspiration and it helps with strength for everyone

I wish she could see how stunning she looks

I'm impressed that in UK you have universal key to public amenities. I can't imagine this in my country

Hi small correction - radar keys SHOULD get you into any accessible toilet across the UK BUT they don't always because some public toilets can still be locked to outsiders by the maintenance team of the public place. For example, some train stations lock their accessible toilets so you'd need an additional key from staff as well as the radar key (which you can buy btw, I have one) A lot of shopping centres locked their accessible toilets during covid when most shops were shut and restaurants were operating and reduced capacity. Which I can understand as they locked most toilets in this instance but I disagree with this anyway lol, you should be able to find a safe and usable place to pee when out and about. Especially in a country with public indecency laws haha Train staions I've seen do this: Ipswich, Manchester picadilly, Leeds, Stockport, Nottingham, Sheffield, Newcastle upon Tyne, Durham, Chesterfield, Liverpool lime Street, the other Liverpool one, the smaller London one, Manchester Victoria Again, these are supposedly public accessible toilets that should be locked only by a radar key. Shopping centres that did this during lockdown: eldon Square in Newcastle and Victoria centre in Nottingham. This is all anecdotal btw. It could be that all these stations and shopping centres were only gatekeeping access to the accessible toilet on the days and times I was there. It's a bit much to be a coincidence though. Also, don't get me started on how most "accessible toilets" aren't actually accessible because of room layout, lack of grab rails, bins blocking the call for help string etc etc 😅

Wow, what an amazing way to overcome something most people take for granted! That’s such a smart companion you have!

Love that the light is off in the loo... but it doesn't matter ❤🤣

Really appreciate and thank you so much for your channel!! We see a completely different world that’s actually next to us! You’re a sweetheart:)

We need handicap restrooms with locks here in the U.S.!

I love how she had her head in there making sure it was safe 😊💕

Jokes on this lady, that's not the bathroom. But lol her dogs like let me in the toilet

This shows us how the world needs to be more accessible with just simple soultions

Make Lucy ambassador to the world and solve theses common sense issues… I’m so happy to see the uk improving on access for those with special needs 🤗

❤ I just love Miss Molly :> hehehe

Thank you for sharing your experiences ❤

Wow, so many things I take for granted being sighted. Well done her for raising awareness, I hope they update their signs too. I can't imagine how terrifying it is going somewhere new.

Girl, how is it that you consistently have better fashion sense and makeup skills than me when you’re blind and I’ve had LASIK? Lol

Her hair is luscious 🥰

i love watching your videos. you look like you’ve been working out! keep it up, you look healthy!

This is very interesting. I am enjoying this lovely girl! She is so pleasant!!!

Bless your heart Lucy

Your hair and makeup is particularly beautiful today ❤

She is so lovely person!

Good Golly, Miss Molly!

I love the big skeleton keys you all have in the UK! Wish locks & keys like that were readily available here in the US!

@handsoffmycactus2958

Жыл бұрын

They’re called RADAR keys

This isn't relevant but that is such an awesome outfit & with the lipstick!! Also the shirt matches the counter 😱

I appreciate your videos. ❤

"As you can see on this door" 💀

You are such a strong person! Love your channel

My friend in the UK bought me one of those keys for my 5 month stay in the UK. 💕 We don’t have that kinda thing in America.

Great comments to improve the system. X

You are an inspiration ❤️🙏🏽

Miss Molly is so smart.

I find the UK toilets much easier than the Dutch ones. I'm not blind, mobility impaired and autistic, but most UK disabled toilets are so similar in layout I can even go in there with my very dark sunglasses which makes me almost blind in most toilets (too dark), and still find my way around without having to lift them up. I don't know if that is also a thing that helps you inside toilets, but I know it has helped me. (I suffer from light sensitivity at times hence the dark sunglasses).

That universal key is an amazing thing! I'm amazed that the door didn’t have braille signage. Quite the oversight

@violetskies14

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely ridiculous not to have braille. As a British disabled person the universal key is super useful! It does a great job of preventing queues and stopping the disabled public toilets from getting as dirty as the regular ones. Also means at the ones where you have to pay 20p I don't.

@Jadyn_Sage

2 жыл бұрын

@@violetskies14 I'm Canadian and we don't have a system like that here. It would make my life so much easier

She looks like Isla Fisher!

Wow dogs are so clever!

You are a blessing and beautiful

very interesting. having reasonable sign has so many advantages you take for granted, its interesting ro think about.

Please my first thought was "do you turn on the lights to see better?" 😭😭😭

@weareallbornmad410

2 жыл бұрын

xDDDD that didn't occur to me

Bless your amazing . Lots of love from the united States!🥰🥰🥰

You are beautiful, love the color of your hair, eyes and lipstick.

That's a good dog

I liked this from the word kibble.

One thing I’d especially hate as a blind person is that I’d always have to touch everything, especially things I’m avoiding to touch as a sighted person like handles of doors in public and especially public bathrooms…

@sweettea1193

2 жыл бұрын

That's why I have gloves

@handsoffmycactus2958

Жыл бұрын

@@sweettea1193 gloves give you a false sense of security. Far better to use hand sanitiser or wipes on the go.

So every accessible bathroom in the UK has that same key?! In America, the bathrooms typically aren't locked and there's an accessible stall, not a separate bathroom.

I can't get over how they have universal disabled toilets 🤯

I find your videos so helpful, I have a question for you though, as a blind person how do you do your makeup/do you do your own makeup? And Thankyou for spreading awareness in an easy and informative way ❤️🥰

That's so smart, having a universal key

That is a really clever idea to have a universal key for disabled bathrooms would make life much more pleasant ide imagine for anyone with a disability we need those here in canada but dedicated disabled bathrooms are very rare here usually its just a stall in the public bathroom so people that are not disabled typically will use it as they are much bigger stalls and in a corner thankfully ive very rarely witnessed it causing a issue but likely someone with a disability would be able to tell many stories of issues in a public bathroom

ive just heard you on an add for pantene right there! your getting more noticed and i love that for you!

Never thought I'd hear a blind person say "as you can see"

@JixieDye

2 жыл бұрын

I mean we use phrases like that just like you do. I watch tv, even if I can't see it very well... its a figure of speech.

@KC9IUX17

2 жыл бұрын

@@JixieDye It was just a joke...

You look stunning

Oh my god. I go to that shopping centre, it’s a shame I’ve never met u, I would love to

That dog is like "When I took this job I didn't realize I'd be a minor celebrity."

I rarely see them with a mortice lock though, instead with flat keys making the radar key useless.

Bless you. I take my sight for granted and I don't think I'd want to carry on if I lost it. Just the simple things we do are more difficult for people such as yourself. Thanks for sharing this.

Everywhere I have lived in the US, it's required to have public restrooms along with a wheelchair accessible toilet stall. I've only seen them locked at gas stations. Usually they're unlocked, but on the downside, they can be full of people, loud, and difficult to get around.

@violetskies14

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly why they're locked in the UK. They keys are really cheap so I have a bunch and there are always spares with the staff. Also I hate the regular toilets with the disabled stalls in them, they're so difficult to navigate with a wheelchair. The disabled loos with radar keys are generally much cleaner than regular public toilets too which is always a plus.

That is amazing. In America we dont have public toilets.

No Braille signage reminds me of situation which happened with me, when I was at post office and there was a bell button for disabled people with Braille under it, but Braille was only a drawing of dots and they were flat🤦🏻‍♀️

a universal key for handicap bathrooms sounds great! here in The US people don't care if it's a handicap stall. Same goes for family restrooms 🤦‍♀️

This soul is so positive and happy may God bless her amen ✝️ 🙏 ❤️

In the UK are guide dogs to walk on the left the way they usually are in the US

@danielledewitt1

Жыл бұрын

Yes guide dogs walk on the landlers left.

i showed this to my Blind Friend

Praying i see you one day, i live near ish to there and would be lovely to see you

That’s crazy that the United stated doesn’t have a disabled toilet master key system

Your outfit looks amazing wow

When I have heard people talk about these "radar keys" I thought that meant some kind of electronic/NFC key that was a lot simpler to use than like an actual key you have to find the hole for and inert the right way and turn. Surely that would have been even more accessible?

Your guide dog is so cute tho

Those swinging out doors with the handle are hard for people in manual and electric wheelchairs as well or for those who can’t grip a key and turn it, many issues here

I love your content!

Fox in the snow 💞

I love your lipstick! 😍 Which shade is it and where is it from?

Very much prefer to see her doing this and educating people over a shampoo commercial, but money is money. Fair play to her, doing better in life than most.