Gradual re-opening of the assisted bathing service for people with disabilities

The assisted bathing service offered at the beaches will be partially re-opening on Saturday 20 June, extending its operating times to 11 am to 7 pm, seven days a week. The Fòrum zone will be the first to become available and the zone at the Nova Icària beach is set to open at the end of the month. The service will remain operative until 27 September.

19/06/2020 18:48 h

Ajuntament de Barcelona

The assisted bathing service has been adapted after the damage caused to coastal infrastructures by Storm Glòria and the needs generated by Covid-19.

What are the assisted bathing zones like?

They include specialist staff, adapted showers and toilets and rails.

Fòrum assisted bathing zone:

  • Hydraulic lifting chair.
  • Chair cleaned for each use.
  • Bathing time per person: 20 mins max.

Nova Icària beach assisted bathing zone:

  • Two amphibious chairs.
  • Two adapted itineraries with entry and exit.
  • Bathing time per person: 20 mins max.

For safety purposes, access points will be set up and capacity controlled. Users are recommended to go with their usual carer.

 

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