Commission's transportation committee unveils ‘Ride Buddies’ to help seniors use public transit
Tanya Graham and Peggy Jones described a volunteer training and ride‑along program—Ride Buddies—designed to increase older adults' confidence using ART and STAR services, with recorded training, commuter store pop‑ups at cafes, and volunteer recruitment expected in October.
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Tanya Graham, co‑chair of the transportation committee, presented the Ride Buddies initiative aimed at helping older adults gain confidence using public transit, especially fixed‑route ART services and complementary programs. The program will pair trained volunteers with seniors at social cafes, provide recorded and live training for volunteers and riders, and arrange ride‑alongs so participants experience a trip with support.
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