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Description: Join us for this session on ensuring compliance with accessibility standards in public transportation. This session will provide an overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its non-discrimination mandates. We’ll delve into the specifics of fixed-route transit systems, covering essential aspects such as wheelchair securement, bus stop accessibility, and wheelchair boarding procedures[...]

Description: This virtual workshop provides transit professionals and managers with the information and tools to develop a comprehensive approach to conducting accurate paratransit eligibility determinations. This workshop will provide participants helpful tips and best practices in determining ADA complementary paratransit eligibility. Participants will also receive informational resources on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements[...]

Description: When providing information about your services to the public through marketing materials, user guides, social media posts and other communication, it is important to remember that people with low vision, hearing loss, motor impairment or cognitive disabilities may be receiving this much needed information. Join us to review the effective communications requirements according to[...]

Description: This 4-hour workshop aims to educate call takers on appropriate communication with people with disabilities. The workshop covers various topics including assisting difficult customers, effective communication and the ADA, and disability awareness and etiquette. Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025 Time: 11:00am–3:00pm ET/10:00am-2:00pm CT/9:00am-1:00pm MT/8:00am-12:00pm PT Instructor: Kristi McLaughlin, Easterseals Project Action Consultant Registration Fee:[...]

Description: This virtual workshop provides transit professionals and managers with the information and tools to develop a comprehensive approach to conducting accurate paratransit eligibility determinations. This workshop will provide participants helpful tips and best practices in determining ADA complementary paratransit eligibility. Participants will also receive informational resources on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements[...]

Description: This 4-hour virtual workshop aims to educate bus drivers on appropriate behavior and communication with people with disabilities. The workshop covers various topics including assisting difficult passengers, driver assistance and the ADA, service animals, effective communication, and disability awareness and etiquette. This workshop is appropriate both for fixed-route, paratransit, and demand responsive bus operators.[...]