Accessible community facilities

Changing Places

Changing Places are larger than standard accessible bathrooms which are specifically designed for people with high support needs who need additional space and assistance to manage their bathroom needs while out in the community, and for whom universal access toilets are not suitable.

You can learn more about these facilities on the Changing Places websiteopens in a new window.

The City received grant funding from the State Government's Department of Communities Changing Places Grant Program to establish a Changing Places facility on the Rockingham Foreshore.opens in a new window

Locations 

Changing Places are available at: 

• Churchill Park, Rockingham Foreshore (adjacent to public toilets, which includes accessible toilet)
• Stockland Baldivis (Shopping Centre) 

Find a Changing Places toilet in WAopens in a new window

The National Public Toilet Map show the location of accessible toilets, including Changing Places and Universal Access Toilets.

National Public Toilet Mapopens in a new window

Features of Changing Places Facilities

• an adult-sized, height-adjustable changing table*
• ceiling hoist**
• a centrally located peninsula toilet 
• a shower with a seat
• additional circulation space 
• an automatic door 
• a privacy screen

*The adult-sized, height adjustable change table is a Nivano 200kg change table with fold-out guard.

**The hoist is a CHS K440/C450 Fixed motor ceiling hoist (200kg max).

Slings

Slings (disposable or otherwise) are not provided in Changing Places. We encourage you to bring your own sling if required. If you are unsure about your sling’s compatibility with the hoist provided, please contact the supplier, manufacturer or prescribing therapist, or call the Independent Living Centre’s Advisory Service on 1300 885 886 for advice.

Access

To ensure the facility is available for those who need it, Changing Places are only accessible with the use of a Master Locksmiths Access Key (MLAK).

MLAK Keys are currently free for people who hold a WA Companion Card, as part of a WA State Government initiative. To apply, email wacompanioncard@nds.org.au and provide your full name, date of birth and current postal address, or call 1800 617 337.

Otherwise, MLAK keys can be purchased by people with disability, family members, support workers and disability service organisations. To order a MLAK key, visit the Master Locksmiths website. 

An MLAK key can also be borrowed for single use from the City of Rockingham on 9528 0333 or customer@rockingham.wa.gov.au. Alternatively, use the Cruising Yacht Club, located on 2 Val Street, Rockingham, near the Changing Places Facility in Churchill Park on 9527 5468.Aa key can be borrowed from the City of Rockingham or the Cruising Yacht Club for a single use.opens in a new window

An accessible toilet that does not require the use of an MLAK key is located in the public toilets adjacent to the Changing Places facility.

Playgrounds and parks

The City is blessed with a diverse range of parks and outdoor spaces to suit every occasion and many have features that make them accessible. Search for parks, reserves and sporting venues within the City.

The parks highlighted below offer high levels of accessibility and offer elements that make them a great place to visit for people of all ages and abilities.

Hearing loops

Portable, cross the counter hearing loops provide hearing aid wearers with assistance in situations where they are having one-to-one conversations in meetings, at reception desks or other customer service situations.

These units are now available to provide assistance to customers at the following locations:

• Mary Davies Library and Community Centre
• Warnbro Community Library
• Rockingham Library
• Safety Bay Library
• Autumn Centre
• Aqua Jetty
• Administration Building.