Public service recognition event accessibility
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances.
To request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility, please email Wendy Holden at wendy.holden@equity.wa.gov.
Please stop at an information booth if you need accommodation or immediate assistance:
- Booth 74: PSRW Information Booth #1 & Volunteer Check-In
- Booth 29: PSRW Information Booth #2 & First Aid
- Booth 51: PSRW Information Booth #3 & First Aid
Accessibility services
Booth 29: PSRW Information Booth #2 & First Aid – this booth is located near the elevators. Accessibility volunteers will be on hand to assist guests with disabilities in locating services, retrieving food, and navigating the event space. Participants can also request ASL interpretive services at this location. Earplugs, sunglasses and fidgets will be available upon request until supplies run out.
Access Central
Booth 50: Access Central will be attended by accessibility volunteers. Located in front of and to the left of the stage, it provides a shady place to rest, eat lunch and listen to event speakers and entertainment.
Food/Beverage
Attendees who are unable to stand in line for food or otherwise require assistance should visit Access Central, booth 50.
Beef or Veggie hot dogs, a variety of chips, and bottles of water will be provided.
Sighted guide tours
Attendees who are blind or have low vision may request a sighted guide to assist them in navigating the event.
ASL interpreters
There will be American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters at the event. Attendees may request ASL interpreters to accompany them as they navigate the event. If you require ASL interpretation, please contact Wendy Holden wendy.holden@equity.wa.gov.
Sensory support
Booth 75: Sensory Tent is available for attendees who need a break from the noise and activity of the event.
Earplugs, sunglasses and fidgets will be available until supplies run out.
Accessible parking
Free event parking is available in the plaza garage. Download, print and display a free parking permit [PDF].
- The Plaza Garage is located at 300n Maple Park Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501.
- Garage towers 1-4 are ADA accessible. Tower 2 and tower 3 exit at ground level closest to the event stage area. Parking spaces near these towers will be most available on lower levels of the garage. See the Plaza Garage Map [PDF] for more details.
Navigation
The Exhibitor Map & Directory is available online. The map includes exhibitor tent numbers, location of information booths and general services and a list of exhibitors.
The map is posted by each information booth with a QR code to access the map on your device.
To improve traffic flow and reduce congestion, the event footprint has been expanded. While this change helps address challenges from previous years, attendees will have longer to walk if they wish to visit every exhibitor.
Feedback
We are dedicated to continually improving our efforts to ensure attendees have access to the event. We welcome and encourage any feedback and suggestions from our attendees. Please email us at PSRW@ofm.wa.gov.