Urban Transit

ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Transportation Vehicles

Information on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility guidelines for bus, rail and other mass transit systems.
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Accessible Mass Transit

Information about mass transit for people who are blind or visually impaired.
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Bus &Transit Accessibility

Information from the U.S. Department of Transportation on bus and transit accessibility.
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City Bus System Accessibility

Provides information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandate that city bus systems must be accessible for people with disabilities.
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Mobility Devices on Transportation Services

Online technical assistance resources related to the use of mobility aids on transportation services.
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National Accessible Travelers Database Search

Search for accessible transportation providers based in a city and state.
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Public Transportation for Youth with Disabilities

Resources specifically designed to facilitate the use of public transportation for students and young adults with disabilities.
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Toll-Free Assistance Line

Federal Transit Administration contacts for any questions or concerns regarding public transportation for persons with disabilities.
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Toolkit for Assessing Bus Stop Accessibility & Safety Two- Part Training Session

Accessibility specialist Don Kloehn will conduct a two-part training May 7 and May 21 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET on the use of Project ACTION's how-to manual which provides guidelines for optimal bus stop design.

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Toolkit for the Assessment of Bus Stop Accessibility & Safety

This how-to manual from Easter Seals Project ACTION provides guidelines for optimal bus stop design including a comprehensive assessment tool. Addresses shelter design, lighting, security, pedestrian environment, signage, wayfinding, technology, urban/rural considerations and organizational collaboration.

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Transportation for Elderly Persons & Persons with Disabilities

Program provides funding to assist private, nonprofit groups with meeting the transportation needs of the elderly and persons with disabilities when the transportation service provided is unavailable, insufficient or inappropriate to meeting these needs.
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