In the spring of 2018, NADTC conducted an online course that provided an in-depth look at the concerns about the safety and well-being of older drivers and people with disabilities, planning for transportation independence and many of the age related challenges that make driving increasingly difficult. Additionally, the course will lay out the array of transportation…
NADTC hosted a Pedestrian Connections webinar on September 4, 2018 about the changing landscape of accessible pedestrian planning–from traditional local-level programs that encourage the involvement of older adults and people with disabilities in the walkability audit process to assessing the role of automated and connected vehicle technology related to accessible pedestrian movement. Presenters were Meg Ann Traci,…
NADTC hosted the Removing Barriers webinar on August 23, 2018. This webinar features two of NADTC’s 2017 grantees, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, and Senior Transportation Connection (STC) in North Olmstead, Ohio. The grantees discussed their experiences in the year-long grant program as well as the availability of a range of safe…
For older adults and people with disabilities who may require special accommodations, the provision of real-time transit information is especially important. Real-time transit technology can improve the perceived and actual reliability and convenience of a service, and can better inform consumers of their travel options. Real-time technology is the focus of this Topic Spotlight, one…
Americans with Disabilities Act policies regarding Complementary Paratransit customer no-shows and ride cancellations are the focus of this Topic Spotlight, one of six transportation issues reported on in the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center 2017 Transportation Trends Report. The complete report discusses trending topics—significant issues that affect the availability of accessible transportation in communities—identified by…
On April 12, 2018, NADTC presented this webinar on disability sensitivity and the ADA complaint process for transportation providers. Topics include serving customers with disabilities and etiquette for interacting with customers who have disabilities in the transit environment. Additionally, examples of recognizing how to accommodate the needs of these customers will be provided along with an…
On April 25, 2018, the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center hosted a webinar that showcased a particular community’s approach to bringing together dementia and caregiving groups on the one hand, and transportation providers on the other, for information exchange and dialogue as a template for other communities. This webinar is an extension of collaboration…
Self-driving vehicles can be of great value and open up a new world for people with disabilities and older adults. Mitigating transportation obstacles for individuals with disabilities would enable new employment opportunities and save money in healthcare expenditures from missed medical appointments. Connected vehicle technology is the focus of this Topic Spotlight, one of six…
On April 19, 2018, the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center and the Federal Highway Administration, along with Phoenix Valley Metro, Washington, DC Metro, and Richmond GRTA hosted a webinar on improving safety and accessibility for mid-block crossings that reach transit stops. This webinar supports the Federal Highway Administration’s Safe Transportation for Every Pedestrian (STEP)…
Seamless mobility is made possible by infrastructure that connects without interruption, technology that helps people plan and take trips, and regional coordination of transportation systems. Seamless technology is the focus of this Topic Spotlight, one of six transportation issues reported on in the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center 2017 Transportation Trends Report. The complete…