Transit Instruction
Accessible Bus Service
Using public transportation can be a challenge for some people. Free training is available to both individuals with disabilities and seniors citizens. Knowledgeable instructors, experienced with the King County Metro Transit and Sound Transit systems, provide the training. Participants travel with an instructor on the bus and/or light rail in King County until they are comfortable and capable of safe independent travel. Self-paced instruction is designed around the needs of each participant as they learn how to safely and independently travel to the destinations of their choice.
Make a training request
Or call 206-749-4242 (WA Relay: 711)
The goal of the Transit Instruction program is to facilitate the independence of Individuals with Disabilities and/or Senior Citizens by teaching them the skills required to utilize public transportation.
Eligibility
Eligible individuals include:
- Any individual with a cognitive, emotional, or physical disability
- Any student with an IEP
- Senior citizens
Upon referral, an assessment interview is conducted to determine the participant's skills and abilities related to the use of public transportation. The Transit Instructor then prepares an individualized training plan that accommodates any potential barriers, reinforces any existing skills and introduces any skills the trainee will need to acquire in order to be successful. Safety issues, stranger awareness, street crossing skills, and emergency situations are all important areas covered during training.
The instructor provides practical experiences by riding public transit with the participant on a daily basis. Training is coordinated with the daily activities of the participant and self-paced, allowing participants to progress at their own rates. Free Transit Instruction is available so that individuals, who may have difficulty utilizing public transportation, can learn how to independently and safely travel, to the destinations of their choice.
We regularly work with participants referred by:
- Parents
- Teachers
- Vocational Agencies
- Social Service Agencies
- Senior Centers
- Senior Housing Facilities
- Rehabilitation Programs
- Adult Family Homes
- Mental Health Facilities
- Disability Support Services Offices
Types of instruction offered
Individual Training: One-on-One training to/from a specific origin and destination
System Training: One-on-One training to learn overall use of the entire bus system using Rider Information Office, bus schedules, On-line Trip Planner, etc.
Ramp Training: Training of an individual using a mobility aid to acclimate them to the boarding and de-boarding process of a fixed-route bus; Training is conducted on an out-of-service, fixed-route bus so that the participant has the opportunity to practice using the lift/ramp numerous times.
Group Training & Field Trips: A classroom style training which is designed to be an introduction to using the bus system; Target populations are High School Special Education programs, Senior Citizen groups and Non-English Speaking groups; Each classroom presentation is followed by a Field Trip to reinforce what was discussed in the classroom.
Testimonials
Connect with us
- By email
- By phone: 206-553-3000
- By WA Relay: 711
- By regular mail:
Accessible Services
KSC-TR-0800
201 S Jackson St
Seattle, WA 98104
