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Julie Sawchuk

@thejuliesawchuk

Accessibility Strategist | Educator | Speaker | Best-selling Author
Making spaces accessible
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Well done Town of Goderich for this latest installation. Painting lines that allow a transfer aisle between the parking stalls would make this truly accessible. Right now, there's no guarantee I could get out of my vehicle to get to the charger. #AccessibilityMatters

Well done Town of Goderich for this latest installation.

Painting lines that allow a transfer aisle between the parking stalls would make this truly accessible. Right now, there's no guarantee I could get out of my vehicle to get to the charger.

#AccessibilityMatters
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Fun conversation with Rob Bundy on The Staysh. Skip to the 7 min mark for yours truly! We talk about #accessibility in #HuronCounty, how a business can get started with improving accessibility, what an accessibility audit tells you and more. fb.watch/kKa_aEW01E/

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Fun day of filming for the Mindset project with Jeff Tiessen last month. Have a look here for more details on #Mindset and stay tuned to learn all the details! I'm excited about this project and can't wait to share more when it's available. disabilitytodaynetwork.com/diversity-and-…

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Can you see me smiling in the mirror? Me neither. Mirrors and handwashing stations in accessible bathrooms should be accessible to all who might use them whether that person is seated in a wheelchair, or standing. #ToiletTuesday

Can you see me smiling in the mirror?

Me neither.

Mirrors and handwashing stations in accessible bathrooms should be accessible to all who might use them whether that person is seated in a wheelchair, or standing.

#ToiletTuesday
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Here's an interesting solution to the giant toilet paper roll (which normally is blocking grab bars)...sideways! #AccessibilityMatters #Accessibility

Here's an interesting solution to the giant toilet paper roll (which normally is blocking grab bars)...sideways!
#AccessibilityMatters #Accessibility
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This could have been a great shower with just a little bit more thought. Once again, the installed bench is out of reach of the controls and the shower nozzle. Useless for independent showering. I had to ask for a portable bench. 🙁 #BuildingBetterBathrooms #AccessibilityMatters

This could have been a great shower with just a little bit more thought. Once again, the installed bench is out of reach of the controls and the shower nozzle. Useless for independent showering. I had to ask for a portable bench. 🙁
#BuildingBetterBathrooms #AccessibilityMatters
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Who's coming around the corner that I'm going to run right into? Corners like this can be a hazard for anyone, mobility user or not. What's the solution? A convex mirror in the ceiling will show just enough to know to slow down or wait for the other person to pass.

Who's coming around the corner that I'm going to run right into?  Corners like this can be a hazard for anyone, mobility user or not.   What's the solution?   A convex mirror in the ceiling will show just enough to know to slow down or wait for the other person to pass.
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This hotel had a "refresh" done. Unfortunately they didn't consult! The grab bar installation does not meet Code, let alone best practice. The horizontal portion is too short and way too high to be useful and safe. The Code is the bare minimum for accessibility. #ToiletTuesday

This hotel had a "refresh" done. Unfortunately they didn't consult! The grab bar installation does not meet Code, let alone best practice. The horizontal portion is too short and way too high to be useful and safe.
The Code is the bare minimum for accessibility. 
#ToiletTuesday
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This is the next washroom on my "to do" list. Stay tuned for the details of how we can make existing infrastructure BETTER. #BuildingBetterBathrooms

This is the next washroom on my "to do" list. Stay tuned for the details of how we can make existing infrastructure BETTER.
#BuildingBetterBathrooms
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I'm focusing on a few big projects and also taking a bit of time off over the #summer. So, I won't be as present on my socials! I'll be around on #ToiletTuesday, but I'll be quiet otherwise. Wishing you a wonderful summer - make sure to pop in for Toilet Tuesdays!

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I'm hanging up my lanyards for the summer! ☀ If you would like to talk about having me speak at your event in the fall, get in touch. Over the summer, I will be focusing on a few big projects and also taking a bit of time off, so things might be a bit quiet around here.

I'm hanging up my lanyards for the summer! ☀ 
If you would like to talk about having me speak at your event in the fall, get in touch.

Over the summer, I will be focusing on a few big projects and also taking a bit of time off, so things might be a bit quiet around here.
Julie Sawchuk (@thejuliesawchuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It's TONIGHT!! 🎉🎉 The episode of Mind Your Own Business on Accessible Media Inc. featuring ME is airing Tuesday, July 11th! If you're not sure where to watch #AMI, check their website: ami.ca/schedule-ami-tv and look for Mind Your Own Business.

It's TONIGHT!! 🎉🎉

The episode of Mind Your Own Business on Accessible Media Inc. featuring ME is airing Tuesday, July 11th!

If you're not sure where to watch #AMI, check their website: ami.ca/schedule-ami-tv and look for Mind Your Own Business.
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I haven't been able to post videos here, but didn't want to skip another important #ToiletTuesday! linkedin.com/posts/juliesaw…

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What are you doing Friday? I'm speaking at a free virtual event - and you're invited! It's live and interactive thanks to Positive Aging. Learn more here and register to attend. retirementlivingsourcebook.com/events/accessi…

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Properly installed grab bars are a VITAL part of an accessible bathroom. 🚽 Let’s talk about some of the basics of grab bars, how they might be used and why they matter for #ToiletTuesday #AccessibilityMatters instagram.com/reel/CvHw1rkOQ…

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It's #ToiletTuesday - so let's talk about accessible bathrooms in restaurants and celebrate a great one at Paradigm in London, ON. instagram.com/reel/CvabK3Xx3…

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#ToiletTuesday is still happening even though I can't post videos here these days! Check out the latest... linkedin.com/posts/juliesaw…

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What does “Transfer Side” mean and why does it matter for accessible bathrooms? If you’re designing public spaces, this is for you! #ToiletTuesday #BuildingBetterBathrooms instagram.com/reel/Cv-H7ihLC…

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How great is this accessible bathroom at South Huron Recreation Centre?! (I totally missed Tuesday somehow, so let's just celebrate #ToiletTuesday on Thursday!) Celebrating #accessibility done well. #BuildingBetterBathrooms linkedin.com/posts/juliesaw…