Remember the golden rule? "Don't get in a car with strangers." The rule still applies, but times are changing with ride-sharing apps, Uber and Lyft, which are popular alternatives to public transportation, such as buses, trains, and local subway cars.
Riders or passengers of all ages, backgrounds and people
with disabilities are seeing the growth of these apps in NJ as part of their
daily use. Safety using and navigating Uber and Lyft is an essential modern-day
skill.
NJ Transit Access Link & Uber, Lyft
New Jersey Transit is partnering with the Access Link program to provide an alternative to people with disabilities in transportation modes. The pilot program now offers Uber and Lyft at the same price in using Access Link to people who qualify and use Access Link. Check out a brief overview here:
Navigating & Safety Tips for Uber, Lyft
Navigating these apps can challenge youth and young adults or first-time users. Uber and Lyft provide guides to use, browse, and other rider tips.
Find more on Uber's Tips for how to use Uber for the first time here: https://www.uber.com/en-GB/blog/how-to-use-uber-for-the-first-time/
Find more on Lyft's How to navigate a ride here: https://help.lyft.com/hc/ru/all/articles/115012926147-How-to-navigate-a-ride.
Are you riding solo? In a new area while traveling? Check out a news segment on how to safely use these ride-sharing apps here:
Is there any advice you'd like to share with any new riders? Let us know in the comments below!
Featuring…
Rutgers' Partners in Policymaking 2023-2024
New Jersey Partners in Policymaking is a leadership development and advocacy education program for adults with developmental disabilities (over age 21) and family members of children and transition-age youth.
This program will prepare the next generation of disability advocates to work toward meaningful change in our state. The Boggs Center is committed to building a diverse group of participants that is reflective of the needs, geography, and cultural and ethnic backgrounds of New Jersey.
What will happen if you join?
>Advocate for opportunities and supports that promote self-determination, independence, and inclusion in all aspects of community life.
>Be members of advisory boards and committees
>Work alongside policymakers and state agencies
Want more information?
The application deadline has been extended to July 12, 2023. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by July 31, 2023.
For more information, contact colleen.mclaughlin@rutgers.edu and jaime.zahid@rutgers.edu.
Read more here: https://boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/documents/BOGGS/TrainingandConsultation/Partners-in-Policymaking/PartnersInPolicymaking-RecruitmentApplication.pdf.
Resources...
Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance:1-800-654-7726.
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