23 Oct 17

Information and Referral: NADTC Blog Post Resources

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NADTC’s Transportation Information and Assistance Blog Series is a compilation of resource posts on the topic of information and referral/assistance. “Transportation information and assistance” is a broad term meant to encompass the varied approaches that communities may adopt to respond to ride requests and answer questions about transportation options. These include specialized transportation information services…

27 Jun 17

ARCHIVED – How New Information and Scheduling Technologies Support Mobility Access for All

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For many older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers who need transportation, simply finding out about the mobility options available in the community may present an insurmountable obstacle. Such information is often scattered among several organizations, requiring numerous phone calls to piece together the complete picture. This webinar discusses how communities can address the…

17 Jun 16

ARCHIVED – Addressing Transportation Barriers for Older Adults and People with Disabilities

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This webinar was held June 16, 2016. It was intended to help participants understand how to tap into some of the resources that might be available locally to navigate transportation. Best practices were shared by Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) staff, including how the ARC uses technology and outreach to share transportation information and resources.   This…

31 Mar 16

ARCHIVED – Enhanced Transportation Information & Referral

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These webinars review the innovative collaboration among two Texas Area Agencies on Aging and their local 2-1-1 service. Presenters discussed what makes this collaboration work and offered examples that illustrate how enhanced Transportation I&R/A supports older adults living in the community.