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Government and Citizen Advisory Groups Disability & Aging Services Directory for Transportation Update, May 2019 Page 1 of 7 LWVFA TRANSPORTATION POSITION UPDATE, May 2019 DISABILITY and AGING SERVICES DIRECTORY The LWVFA supports accessible, safe, reliable and coordinated transportation services for people with physical and developmental disabilities. Current information about government funded disability transportation services and programs should be provided to the public. Government agencies should partner with disability advocates, community service groups, and private sector transportation companies to identify needs and to expand and improve options for personal mobility and independence. Programs, services should be integrated and public information should be available throughout the National Capital Region. Definition of Disability: To be protected by the ADA, one must have a disability or have a relationship or association with an individual with a disability. An individual with a disability is defined by the ADA as a person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, a person who has a history or record of such an impairment, or a person who is perceived by others as having such an impairment. The ADA does not specifically name all of the impairments that are covered. Government and Citizen Advisory Groups Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Transportation Planning Board (TPB) The National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the region, and plays an important role as the regional forum for transportation planning. The TPB prepares plans and programs that the federal government must approve in order for federal- aid transportation funds to flow to the Washington region. https://www.mwcog.org/committees/transportation-planning-board/ Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services Human Services Transportation, Neighborhood and Community Services provides services and resources for older adults, low-income individuals, individuals with disabilities and individuals accessing Fairfax County Human Services who need transportation assistance. https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/transportation Northern Virginia Mobility Access Project The Northern VA Mobility Project is the nexus for aging and disability transportation in the Fairfax Area and beyond. Fairfax County is leading the Northern Virginia Mobility Access Project, with FTA funds obtained through a grant from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, to bring together community, county and regional partners. They have published a guide now available in print and will be online Spring 2019. Guide to Disability Transportation Resources in Northern VA Area. 1 Disability & Aging Services Directory for Transportation Update, May 2019 Page 2 of 7 The FTA through Metropolitan Council of Governments (COG) and Transportation Planning Board (TPB) awarded Fairfax County an Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Persons with Disabilities grant. First grant cycle (2016-2018) is completed and the second cycle (2019-2021) has started. Goal of the Northern VA Mobility Project Establish a mobility management program in Fairfax County to improve the coordination of human services transportation and promote access to affordable and safe specialized public transportation for all residents in the Northern VA region. Success of the Mobility Project will be based on 3 outcomes: - Increased capacity to develop, link and enhance transportation options - Improved access to services and improved knowledge of available services - Increased service integration and coordination https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/transportation/mobility-management Current Services: Resource Guide, Interactive map online (bus and rail), Travel Training. Contact: Cynthia Alarico, Mobility Manager, at 703-324-7055 Staff: Glen Padeway, Human Services Transportation [email protected] https://www.wmata.com/service/accessibility/ Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) METRO Accessibility Advisory Committee https://www.wmata.com/about/accessibility-advisory-committee/ https://www.wmata.com/about/accessibility-advisory-committee/subcommittee.cfm The MetroAccess Subcommittee of the Accessibility Advisory Committee addresses issues that are specifically related to the MetroAccess service. Members: Tapan Banerjee - Fairfax County; Christina Keders – Fairfax County Disability Services Planning and Development https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/disabilities/about-disability-services-planning-and-development Dept. of Family Services, Disability Services Planning & Development unit promotes the self-sufficiency and well- being of people with disabilities through advocacy, education, and solution management so that people of all abilities can fully participate in our community. Disability Services Planning and Development serves as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) coordinator for the Department of Family Services. Aging, Disability, and Caregiver Resources line at 703-324-5421. Director: Barbara Antley, 703-324-5421 Staff: Jill Clark [email protected] Disability Rights & Policy Specialist Disability Services Planning and Development 2 Disability & Aging Services Directory for Transportation Update, May 2019 Page 3 of 7 Fairfax County Department of Family Services Phone: 703-324-5874 Fairfax Area Disability Services Board https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/disabilities/fairfax-area-disability-services-board The Fairfax Area Disability Services Board is made up of 15 volunteers appointed by elected officials of Fairfax County, City of Falls Church, and the City of Fairfax to represent and advocate for people with physical and sensory disabilities. Volunteers appointed by elected officials (Fairfax County, Falls Church, Fairfax City) Chair: Leeann Alberts (At-large) Staff: Jill Clark [email protected] Department of Family Services - Disability Services 703-324-5868 [email protected] https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/bacs/BoardDetails.aspx?BoardID=26510 Long Term Care Coordinating Council https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/long-term-care/committees Contact: Patricia Rohrer, Long Term Care Program Manager 703-246-8456 [email protected] The work of the Long Term Care Coordinating Council (LTCCC) is largely accomplished by its committees. All meetings are open to the public and held in accessible locations. For more information about LTCCC committees or the LTCCC, call 703-246-8456, TTY 711 or email us. The Mobility and Transportation Committee (joint DSB and LTCCC) Joint committee of Disability Services Board and Long Term Care Coordinating Council. Supports creating a multi-modal transportation system in the Fairfax area that affords personal independence, choice and full participation by all individuals regardless of age, disability or economic status. Staff Contact: Jill Clark, Disabilities Services Planning and Development, 703-324-5874 [email protected] CITY OF FALLS CHURCH https://www.fallschurchva.gov/696/Disability-Services The City of Falls Church is committed to the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Contact: Cindy Mester, ADA Compliance Officer 703-248-5042 (TTY 711) or [email protected] Transportation Resources for People with Disabilities: Metrorail https://www.wmata.com/service/accessibility/metrorail.cfm Discount 50% for seniors and disabled. 3 Disability & Aging Services Directory for Transportation Update, May 2019 Page 4 of 7 Metro Disability ID/SmarTrip Card Reduced fare on all Metrorail and Metrobus services and local bus systems. https://www.wmata.com/service/accessibility/reduced-fare.cfm MetroBus Fixed route. All buses are fully accessible. https://www.wmata.com/service/accessibility/metrobus.cfm MetroAccess Van Shared ride, paratransit, door-to-door. Fee. https://www.wmata.com/service/accessibility/metro-access/ ADA paratransit service provides shared-ride, door-to-door service that operates during the same hours of operation as corresponding Metrorail and bus service. MetroReady Travel Training MetroReady travel training for customers with disabilities as well as senior customers, with or without disabilities is offered at no cost to Metro customers. https://www.wmata.com/rider-guide/new-riders/Travel-Training.cfm Logisticare Transportation for Medicaid recipients to a non-emergency Medicaid-covered service. Free. https://www.logisticare.com/transportation Fairfax County Mobility Management: Travel Tools and Resources https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/disabilities/complete-guide-to-services-and-resources https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/transportation/mobility-management https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/disabilities/subscribe-to-access-fairfax-enews https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/disabilities/transportation-resources https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/disabilities/northern-virginia-transportation-guide Fastran Human Services Transportation, Neighborhood and Community Services Transportation to life-sustaining medical treatment, including dialysis, cancer treatment, or rehabilitative services. https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/transportation/fastran Fairfax County Connector All buses are accessible. Discount 50% for seniors and disabled. https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/connector/new-rider
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