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Using public transportation is one of the most important civil rights guaranteed under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Now you have access to the same buses used by others in the community. Mobility training on how to use accessible transportation puts you in control of your schedule, your time and your life.
This is a free program that is available for seniors and people with a disability. A travel trainer will meet you at your home to discuss your transit needs. The training is customized to meet the individuals' needs, whether it is a basic orientation to the fixed-route system or an in-depth, hands-on training. Travel Training can range from one hour to several days, or even longer, depending on the individual's needs to feel safe and comfortable using the transit system.
What can you learn?
- How to board and exit the bus
- Best route to take to the bus stop
- Which bus to take and how to transfer between buses
- How to negotiate bus transfers
- What to do if you miss the bus
- How to read the bus schedule and or ask for assistance
- Where and how to safely cross the street
- Personal safety and stranger awareness
- Appropriate behavior on buses
- Identification of Landmarks
- How to use and obtain a fare card
Benefits of Travel Training
- You don't have to rely on family, friends and/or neighbors for your trips.
- Freedom to go where you want, when you want.
- Increased confidence and independence.
Travel Training provides skills that will allow you to go to:
- Work
- Make new friends at Senior Centers
- Day Programs
- Shopping Centers
- Recreational Programs
- Visit Friends and Relatives
- Medical and Health offices
- Or anywhere else you want to go!
For More Information on the Travel Training Program, Call and ask for the Travel Trainer
(360) 757-4433
(877) 584-7528
TDD (360) 757-1938
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