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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2016

Transdev to provide paratransit ops for Atlanta senior, youth program

Will be responsible for all aspects of paratransit operations and maintenance for Fulton County Department of Aging and Youth Services, including reservation management, scheduling and dispatch, and maintaining the 51-vehicle fleet

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Newsby StaffOctober 24, 2016

Chicago RTA awards $7M to projects serving seniors, people with disabilities

The funds are dedicated to removing barriers to transportation service and expanding available transportation mobility options.

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Newsby StaffOctober 17, 2016

Senior housing provider partners with Lyft for pilot program

The partnership will allow Brookdale residents to book a Lyft ride on-demand or schedule in advance through a concierge in their community.

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Newsby StaffOctober 4, 2016

Easterseals' initiative provides mobility access for seniors, people with disabilities

The initiative will begin in selected rural communities in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Montana and Alaska.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 15, 2016

Las Vegas RTC's Mobility Training Center wins APTA Innovation Award

Award honors a member that demonstrates innovative concepts or effective problem-solving techniques in the public transportation industry.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 1, 2016

Medical providers partner with ridehailing services for patient transport

For Medicaid patients, transportation for non-emergency medical visits are covered, although the extent of reimbursement depends on state rules.

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Newsby StaffJuly 25, 2016

Program helps families talk driving with seniors, suggest alternatives

The American Occupational Therapy Association’s plan helps families identify signs that older drivers may become unsafe and makes suggestions to help seniors maintain mobility, such as using paratransit services and reduced transit fare programs.

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Newsby StaffJune 6, 2016

N.C.'s CATS to drop 15% discount on 10-day passes

The agency has offered the discount on 10-ride passes for several years, but the Metropolitan Transit Commission, which oversees operations, voted in April to eliminate the discount beginning July 1.

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ArticlesMay 16, 2016

How to Involve Seniors, People with Disabilities to Make Your Transit System More Accessible

Transportation systems are encouraged to welcome seniors and people with disabilities who want to have a role on advisory committees, who provide input into local planning activities, and who volunteer as mentors or peers to other riders.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2016

Laketran buys 12 paratransit vehicles to meet Dial-a-Ride demand

The new buses are equipped with a wheelchair lift, fold-up seats to accommodate up to four wheelchairs, slip-resistant flooring, an electronic transit door, and a central heating and cooling unit.

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