SPECIAL NEEDS AND DEAF SERVICES

Fayetteville Special Needs Access Card and Parking Pass Application

PLEASE NOTE

1. The Center is unable to provide wheelchairs or other medical equipment for personal use. Please bring what you need. For information on local equipment rentals, please see the bottom of this page.
2. You may request seating for one companion by checking the appropriate box. Companions must be able to attend to all the Special Needs guest’s needs, including using the restroom. Either male or female companion may accompany the Special Needs guest into the companion restroom. Please do not expect this service from sevadars. Companions must remain with the Special Needs guest at all times and must be able to attend to their needs. Additional family members/friends must enter and sit with the general sangat.
3. Please bring your 2026 Special Needs Pass with you to each Satsang Program. If you do not have a valid Special Needs Seating Pass, you must either enter through the general entrance and sit in the general seating area or obtain a Special Needs Seating Pass at the Special Needs entrance.

WHEN AND HOW TO APPLY

1. You must apply every year for a Special Needs Access Card and Parking Pass if you wish to attend any Satsang Program where the Master will be present. Please complete the Special Needs Application and return it to your Secretary. If you are not affiliated with a satsang, please submit your application directly to the Satsang Program center as instructed for secretaries below.
2. If you have other questions, please email specialneedsfay@gmail.com or call the Special Needs sevadar at 954-546-1979. Applications filed after the cut-off date (14 days prior to the program) will not be processed. If you do not have a valid Special Needs Seating Pass, you may not use Entrance One, and instead should ener with the general sangat and then ask a sevadar to direct you to the Special Needs entry to obtain a Special Needs Seating Pass.
3. For Secretaries and those without a local satsang: Email the application to specialneedsfay@gmail.com.

STATE HANDICAPPED PLACARD AND MOBILITY-IMPAIRED PARKING RULES
Those with State Handicapped Placard/Plate, a Mobility-Impaired Parking Pass or a Special Needs Access Card may be dropped off at the Main Hall along with their medical equipment and companion. Others in the vehicle must enter through the general sangat entrance. Fayetteville honors handicap placards from all states.

Please Note – State handicapped placard and mobility-impaired attendees also need to apply for a Special Needs pass in order to sit in the Special Needs section.

SERVICES FOR THE DEAF
American Sign Language or Closed Caption monitors may be available upon request by submitting the Special Needs Application.

OTHER CONCERNS

1. The Center will not provide any medications or prescriptions for medications. Those requiring medications or special diets and those with diabetic condition, blood sugar or allergy issues are asked to bring an ample supply of what they need to deal with their condition.
2. The walking distance from the Special Needs Parking Lot (Lot B) to Entrance One has a slight incline. You may choose to use a shuttle or request drop-off if necessary.
3. Certified Service Animals are permitted. Emotional Support Animals are not allowed.

Wheelchair rental in Fayetteville area – It is recommended to call to arrange for rental before you arrive.

Fayetteville Special Needs Access Card and Parking Pass Application