Lesson 9: Housing Environments for Special purposes and Needs : Barrier Free
Who Face Barriers?
On the face of it, it is only persons with disabilities for whom barriers become major obstacles. However, it is necessary to realize that every person, at some stage of life, face barriers. A small child, an elderly person, a pregnant lady, the temporarily disabled, all are vulnerable to barriers.
Therefore, to list out people affected by barriers:
Wheelchair users
People with limited walking / movement abilities
People with visual impairment or low vision
People with hearing impairment
Elderly persons
Pregnant ladies
Children with temporary disabilities
People carrying heavy or cumbersome charge, Etc
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