26 Jul Adult Changing Tables Are Being Installed At Rest Stops Along New York’s I-87
For adults who need changing assistance and their families, traveling can be daunting. Where will they stop when they need to go to the restroom? Adult changing tables in public spaces are few and far between. That’s why we’re proud to announce that Patient Safety USA has partnered with the State of New York to install adult changing tables at rest stops along the New York State Thruway (I-87), ensuring that those with disabilities have a safe, sanitary space to use the restroom along their journeys.
The Challenge
For most people, finding a rest stop to use the bathroom is relatively easy and uneventful. But for those with disabilities and their caretakers, it can be challenging to find a proper space for the changing process. This often results in using the trunk of their car or even the floor of a family-style restroom, either of which presents an unsanitary, undignified situation.
The Solution
Every human deserves access to equal restroom facilities. For those with changing needs, this means access to adult changing tables.
What is an adult changing table?
An adult changing table, also referred to as a nursing bench or nursing change table, is exactly as it sounds: a changing station designed to accommodate older children and adults. These changing tables are either height-adjustable or installed at a fixed height, and come in a range of designs and styles. Patient Safety partners with Pressalit and Smirthwaite, both leading manufacturers of adult changing tables, to provide some of the best products available.
Available Soon at New York Rest Stops
We’re excited to share that one of our changing tables, the CT 4000, will be installed at several rest stops along I-87 and I90 in New York state. Models CT 4000 and and 4100 are electrically height-adjustable and designed with a safety rail to ensure the safety and comfort of each user. Further, they fold up against the wall to save space while not in use. It is our hope that the availability of these changing tables enables more families to travel freely, without the worry of finding a place to use the restroom.
Where to Find Them
Patient Safety is working with Applegreen NY Travel Plaza, LLC to have adult changing tables designed specifically for public spaces installed at five rest stops along I-87 and I 90. One the installation is complete, you will be able to find our adult changing tables at the following locations:
1-Warners Service Plaza
Between: Exit 39 (Syracuse West) & Exit 40 (Weedsport)
Route: I-90 – NYS Thruway
Direction: Westbound
Warners, NY 13164
2-Sloatsburg Service Plaza
Between: Exit 15A (Suffern Rt. 17N) & Exit 16 (Woodbury Toll Gantry)
Route: I-87 – NYS Thruway
Direction: Northbound
Sloatsburg, NY 10974
3-Ontario Service Plaza
Between: Exit 46 (Rochester) & Exit 47 (Leroy)
Route: I-90 – NYS Thruway
Direction: Westbound
LeRoy, NY 14482
4-Malden Service Plaza
Between: Exit 20 (Saugerties) & Exit 21 (Catskill)
Route: I-87 – NYS Thruway
Direction: Northbound
Malden-on-Hudson, NY 12453
5-Pattersonville Service Plaza
Between: Exit 26 (Schenectady West) & Exit 27 (Amsterdam)
Route: I-90 – NYS Thruway
Direction: Westbound
Pattersonville, NY 12137
Traveling? View this map for a full list of adult changing tables in public spaces along your journey.
Changing Tables for Public Use
Patient Safety USA offers a wide range of adult changing tables suitable for different purposes, whether they are being used at home, in schools, or in nursing facilities. The following are the changing tables we have designed specifically by Pressalit for public spaces.
CT 4000/4100 Change Tables
Designed for public changing facilities and schools, the CT 4000 and 4100 are electrically height-adjustable and include a safety rail, body belt and wired remote control. The 4000 is manually foldable, and the 4100 is electrically foldable.
Contact Us to Learn More
Have questions about our products? We’d love to hear from you. Contact Patient Safety USA today and we’ll find a changing table that works best for your needs.
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