5 articles found in ‘Travel Training’ Category

25 Aug 23

The Inclusion of Travel Training in Transition Services

Comments Off

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…

29 Nov 21

Accessible Transportation for People Living with Dementia

Comments Off

There are currently more than 6 million people living with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States.  Currently, about 70 percent of them are living in the community and 25% are living alone.  People with dementia can lead fulfilling lives when they are able to remain socially active in the community.  The availability of accessible transportation…

17 Jan 18

Kiosk for Living Well

Comments Off

Thank you to guest blogger Valerie Parker Callahan of Greater Lynn (MA) Senior Services for preparing this post. This article provides an overview of a unique, results-oriented program that promotes health and wellness at community pulse points.  The Kiosk for Living Well created by Greater Lynn (MA) Senior Services offer older adults easy access to information…

06 Jul 17

What Does Information & Referral Mean to Mobility Management?

Comments Off

Guest Authors: Judy L. Shanley, Ph.D., Co-Director, National Center for Mobility Management and Vanessa Lacer, Mobility Manager, Wave Transit This blog is second in a series on Information & Referral. You can read the introductory blog in the series here. When it comes down to it, the mobility manager profession would not exist without information…

05 Oct 16

Making Better Connections – Impact of Travel Training is Evident for Central Maryland and Beyond

Comments Off

As we transition into fall, we reflect on our busy and successful summer of webinars, resource development, presentations, and technical assistance. We are joined on the blog today by our friends at Central Maryland Regional Transit (CMRT). In June we were fortunate to have CMRT join us at the NADTC Celebration & Briefing Event to…