Accessible Parking:

-Two accessible parking spaces located behind the building

-Route from parking lot to theater entrance is accessible; however, patrons should be cautious as they must share this route with vehicles entering/exiting the lot

Drop-off/Pick-up Areas:

-There is a drop-off area located directly in front of entrance with curb cut for accessibility to the sidewalk

Accessible Entrances and Circulation:

-Patrons of all abilities can enter and circulate throughout the main level of the theater

-There are no elevators, ramps, or lifts to the second level. The second level only has restroom facilities, which are also available on the main level.

Concessions and Ticket Stand:

-Ticket stand is a little high for patrons seated in a wheelchair (an individual could reach counter to pay, but may have difficulties seeing and interracting with the employee)

-Concession stand counter is at eye level if seated in a wheelchair and the self-serve coffee is too high to reach. However, the stand has an opening that would enable the employee to deliver the food to a patron seated in a wheelchair.

Seating:

-There are two cut-out areas to accommodate patrons in wheelchairs, and more spaces available upon request in the back of the theater.

-There is one aisle seat with adjustable arm rests for easy transfers into and out of the seat.

-Accessible seating is located throughout the theater; allowing clear lines of sight, companion seating, and easy access.

Assistive Listening and Audio Systems:

-Assistive listening devices are available upon request, friendly staff member available to direct patron to the area within the theater for optimal listening

-There are no Descriptive Video Service, Audio Description, or captioning sevice available

Restrooms:

-There is a single-occupancy, accessible restroom located on the main floor of the theater

-The sign for the restroom is small, but it is on a highly used route and easy to find

-Entryway is accessible; however, theater door blocks entrance by 3 inches, but can be closed/moved for easier access.

-There is open area underneath the sink, allowing access to a seated patron; sink controls and soap dispenser can both be operated with a closed fist

-Paper towel dispenser was positioned too high for accessibility to patrons seated in a wheelchair

-Grab bars were positioned on adjacent walls to allow easy transfer onto and off of toilet

Signs:

-Theater had printed, high contrast signs at concession stand and restroom; however they were in small print and behind a glass surface that produced glare.

-No Braille or raised lettering on signs

Drinking Fountains:

-There was only one drinking fountain located on the main level

-Fountain was at optimal height for patrons seated in wheelchairs; however, a standing patron may have difficulty bending down to fountain level 

-Fountain control was operable with a closed fist

Emergency Features:

-Exits were clearly labelled in the theater

-Fire alarms included flashing lights, as well as audible signals

Other Features:

-The Hi-Pointe Theater is a very small theater, with friendly and accomodating employees