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14 Dec 23

Transportation Resources for Native American Elders You Should Know About

The National Resource Center on Native American Aging (NRCNAA) was funded through a cooperative agreement by the Administration on Aging (AoA) in 1994. The center is operated by the University of North Dakota’s Center for Rural Health.  Through a variety of educational resources, training and technical assistance provided, the center is focused on supporting the…

21 Nov 23

Highlights from NADTC’s Rural Transportation Online Course 

An important element of NADTC’s recent online course on rural transportation was dialogue among participants, invited presenters, and NADTC staff. The major topics covered by the course were: program funding; volunteer driver programs; diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI); coordination of services; and technology. Every discussion was grounded in rural community experiences and the unique transportation…

25 Sep 23

Disability Employment Awareness Month

“Advancing Access and Equity” is the theme of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).  This awareness month is observed every October to recognize and celebrate the important contributions of individuals with disabilities in the workplace and economy.  NDEAM also showcases inclusive employment practices and policies to help both employers and employees.  Resources to celebrate NDEAM, such…

14 Sep 23

Designing Innovative Transportation Pilot Projects for All

Guest Blogger—Alvaro Villagran is director of federal programs for the Shared-Use Mobility Center (SUMC). The Shared-Use Mobility Center (SUMC) is a public-interest organization and an international thought leader in shared mobility. SUMC is working to replace car-centric transportation with people-focused shared mobility to fight climate change, promote equity and universal access, and strengthen community. Since…

25 Aug 23

The Inclusion of Travel Training in Transition Services

Transportation plays an integral role in our everyday lives. Many individuals with disabilities rely on accessible transportation or are often dependent on others to access everyday essentials. Many avoid using transportation services because they lack the knowledge or skills to access them. Travel training can be a valuable tool in helping navigate transportation options and…

11 Jul 23

Driver Recruitment and Retention Strategies

Guest Blogger—David Stephen is the senior communications specialist for the International Transportation Learning Center (ITLC) and leads the development of #ConnectingMyCommuity, the National Transit Frontline Worker Toolkit and Campaign. Learn more about the toolkit at transitworkforce.org/connect, or contact him at dstephen@transportcenter.org. Guest Blogger—Shayna Gleason is a research associate with ITLC. She conducts varied research projects,…

05 May 23

Transportation Supports Behavioral Health Access for Older Adults and People with Disabilities

Transportation providers serving older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers understand that transportation is vital to the health of their riders, but often health is thought of in broad terms, and mental or behavioral health gets overlooked. Yet statistics show that behavioral health, a term which encompasses both mental health and substance use disorders (SUDs),…

14 Apr 23

Employee Engagement

Acknowledging the efforts and appreciating the contributions of an employee in the workplace can boost morale, increase job satisfaction and productivity. When employers create a welcoming environment and treat their employees as part of a team, that positive energy can be felt by riders, community providers or partner agencies. This blog will cover some fundamental…

14 Apr 23

Accessible Public Transportation During Disaster: A Lifeline for People with Disabilities

Guest Blogger – Tracey Shifflett serves as the Strategic Communication Specialist for the FEMA Office of Disability Integration and Coordination (ODIC). She works with agency leadership and subject matter experts, as well as disability stakeholders and interagency partners, to provide information and resources that help people with disabilities before, during and after disasters. Reach her…