I was at a friend's house, nearby. Unfortunately, her house is small and her bathroom has the sink partially blocking the walkway to the toilet. This makes it impossible for me to use the bathroom, because my wheelchair won't fit. I can't hold it against her. She DID pay for and allow us to build a ramp into her house, and that's more than my own sisters ever did. I have been going to the local Weis market, to use their bathroom, but it's a unisex stall, it's small, and it's right next to the front door (which is a highly congested area with women wiping their carts or just looking around like they've never seen a supermarket before), so it's not a favorite. We decided to try the CVS across the street this time.
I know that CVS stores usually have a pretty decent bathroom. I've been using them (or Walgreens) for bathroom breaks when traveling for years. They're great for people who need help with toileting because the one unisex room gives space for moving around, and they're usually cleaner than a fast food restroom, with less random women wondering why Jeremy's in their bathroom.
This store was empty when we arrived, around 6pm. The pharmacy was already closed. We were greeted hello, from the super friendly employee at the register. She happily pointed the way to the bathroom, and said goodbye to us as we left. The bathroom is easy to find. Just follow the gray path in the carpet. The bathroom was large, and clean, as expected, and no one demanded that we purchase anything. I despise a "customers only" sign. Body functions should not be regulated by anyone other than the owner of the body. I don't care if you're in school, or out and about. No one should be able to tell you that you can't pee (or other) when you feel like you're gonna burst. NO ONE.
I like this place and will consider it again the next time I need a nice place to relieve myself like a dignified human. read more
