Transcript Getting Around Town: Transportation & How To Use It

What is NYLN?
A youth-led, youth-run national
organization that serves as a
voice for and network of young
leaders with disabilities.
Our members are youth and
young adults with disabilities
(age 16-28) and allies (siblings,
friends, parents, teachers, etc.).
You can register to be an NYLN
member at www.nyln.org. As a
member you will get great info
and be connected to other
young leaders and allies around
the country.
IMAGE: Picture of the NYLN logo. It has
a hand imprint on it, and it reads:
National Youth Leadership Network.
Bus Systems
Three types of bus systems:
Fixed Route (Local)
IMAGE: Bus driving down the road.
Local bus system that goes the same route every day.
Paratransit (Local)
Local curb-to-curb van or small bus service for people with
disabilities . Your must be preapproved. Call ahead.
Coach (Long Distance)
Greyhound and other companies that run buses across the
country.
Taxicab Services
IMAGE: A yellow taxicab.
Taxis provide door-to-door service.
They are often the most expensive way to
travel, so usually a last resort for most people.
If you need a wheelchair-accessible cab, you
need to call ahead to make sure there is one
available.
There are two ways of charging you – metered
fare (by mile) and flat rate (figured out before
you travel).
Trains and Subways
Trains are national. They are run by
private companies like Amtrak.
Subways are normally city-wide.
For trains, make sure you contact
them ahead of time to ask for your
accommodation. For subways,
make sure they are accessible. A
lot of cities do not have fully
accessible subways.
IMAGE: Underground subway.
Air Travel:
Tips for Flying!
IMAGE: An image of
a plane with a globe
in the background.
Look at the length of the plane flight. Allow time between
connections for assistance to be provided.
Speak directly to the airline to make sure accommodations are
provided. Ask in advance.
Plan ahead for security regulations that limit items. If you put all
your medical items in one bag, they usually won’t charge for that
bag. Don’t add non-medical items to that bag.
Have the right identification with you.
Personalized Cars
People with disabilities can
make modifications to their
cars so that they can drive.
People with disabilities can
apply for accessible parking
spots.
IMAGE: Open road with car driving
into the horizon.
Walking or Bicycling
Tips for pedestrians and bicyclists:
Plan your route and the time it
takes to travel. Walking or
bicycling usually takes longer
than driving.
Be sure to follow traffic and
safety laws in your area.
Be sure to drink lots of water.
As for directions if you get lost.
Have fun!
IMAGE: A traffic cop blowing
his whistle.
Disability Discrimination
Almost every transportation provider has a
complaint department. Tell them about your
frustrations or concerns as well as how they can
improve. Also, if they have great service or
support, call and tell them that, too! We all like
to hear about things that are working well.
For more information, or to
become a member, contact us:
National Youth Leadership
Network (NYLN)
www.nyln.org
1-866-480-6565