More info is available below, and feel free to print it, but here's our Church Greeter's Checklist

Top of the List

• Ensure handicapped parking spaces, walkways and ramps are unobstructed.
• Unlock handicap access doors prior to gatherings.
• Ensure manual restroom doorstops are operable, or that individual rubber doorstops are available and easy to reach.

Conversation Etiquette

• Speak directly to disabled persons.
• Introduce yourself by name.
• Ask how you may be of assistance.
• When given a response, offer your full attention, and if possible position yourself at their eye level.
• For those with hearing issues, don't shout or speak in the person's ear, but speak slowly and calmly.
• Point out where restrooms are located.
• Encourage without using excessive praise.
• Ask if the person wants communion brought to them. If yes, ensure that their request is answered.
• Provide seating options, not just one group space.

Physical Etiquette

• Consider a person's personal space; offer your hand in greeting and react accordingly.
• Never lean on a person's wheelchair or walker.
• Resist the urge to pet any service animal.
• For the visually impaired, say your name and tell them where you are standing.