Changing Places New Zealand

Check out an accessible bathroom option for people who cannot use a standard based in different locations throughout Aotearoa.

Where can I find Changing Places bathrooms

There are currently six Changing Places bathrooms in New Zealand, with more on the way.

Changing Places bathrooms currently open:

Changing Places bathrooms in development (with more to be announced soon!):

Changing Places bathrooms, provide an option for people who cannot use a standard accessible bathroom. Features include:

adequate space to move around, for a person in a wheelchair and two caregivers
a secure access system for registered users only, to ensure the room is only being used for its intended purpose
a height-adjustable, adult-sized changing table, hand basin and toilet with privacy screen or curtain
a ceiling track or mobile hoist
wall-mounted handrails
space on both sides of the toilet, so two caregivers can assist the toilet user
a shower on a flexible hose over the changing bench/shower plinth
a non-slip floor and well-designed wet area
a large waste disposal bin and sharps disposal container.

Access to Changing Places facilities is restricted to only those that need them.

To help protect the room and specialised equipment from malicious damage
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of people who don’t know how to use the specialised equipment
To maximise the cleanliness and availability of the room for those who need it, when they need it

Go to a bathroom where complex or multiple disabilities can get changed in a safe and clean environment.