Facilitating Access to Coordinated Transportation

FACT is in the news today- http://enewspaper.sandiegouniontribune.com//article_share.

Helping seniors and persons with disabilities during these unpredictable times. https://youtu.be/SBlPBMZM7UY

San Diego County Seniors! FACT is here for your transportation needs. Whether you are going to a medical appointment or stopping by your senior center for a to-go meal- we can help! Please call 760-754-1252 to schedule a ride or for further information.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) update related to FACT services: FACT's services including RideFACT and contracted services are operating normally at this time. We encourage our vendors, riders and the general public to regularly visit the CDC website or 211 San Diego for updates on the latest status and best practices in order to stay safe. The following link from the MTS website offers guidance for riders regarding protection from the virus https://www.sdmts.com/rider-info/public-...health 211 San Diego: https://211sandiego.org//Novel-Coronavirus_FAQs_3.4.20_FIN

When it comes to mobility management, it truly is a community effort. Mobility managers around the country help to coordinate service across various providers to get people ridesfrom private drivers, to paratransit. FACT SD is one such mobility manager in San Diego and we’re talking about it over on the blog!... http://bit.ly/2EN7pxG

It was wonderful to see you Dave! Thank you to all our Board Members.

Thank you for your support SANDAG!

2019 FACT Board of Directors'Annual Meeting http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event

Leveraging FACT- Impact of Facilitating Access to Coordinated Transportation (FACT) in the San Diego Region Circulate San Diego released its latest report on the impact of Facilitating Access to Coordinated Transportation (FACT) in the San Diego Region. http://www.circulatesd.org/FACT... Leveraging FACT analyzes demographic and geographic data from FACT’s service over the course of one year to identify what San Diego communities are in need of specialized transportation. Circulate’s analysis shows: FACT’s customer base self-identify as people with disabilities, almost equally split between low income and not low income people, and mostly 60 years old or older. Most trips provided by RideFACT are for medical purposes, at a combined 60 percent of all documented trips. Social trips are the second most common purpose. RideFACT is able to provide trips at well below the national average cost per trip for similar programs. RideFACT is the only subsidized transportation service for seniors and people with disabilities operating Countywide, including the 18 Cities.

Finding rides for seniors is crucial to getting them access to proper health care, employment, activities, and education. For many older adults, mobility, and lack of available transportation contribute to isolation or a feeling of helplessness. Learn more about getting access for you or a loved on our blog. http://bit.ly/31KTIsI

People with disabilities often struggle to find secure safe, affordable transportation. Getting food, basic needs, and to-and-from appointments can become a challenge due to lack of mobility. So, what are the options for rides for people with disabilities? And what should an individual or caregiver consider when searching for low-cost transportation options? Check out our blog for more. http://bit.ly/356fJ7w

Caregivers and seniors can often feel unsure of what to do when transportation services are limited, especially when it comes to budget. But seniors don’t have to have to feel stuck. Affordable senior transportation is available in many areas around the country, including San Diego County, through programs like FACT SD. Learn more on our blog! https://factsd.org/affordable-senior-transportation/

Today Circulate San Diego is releasing its latest report on the impact of Facilitating Access to Coordinated Transportation (FACT) in the San Diego Region. The report, Leveraging FACT: Impact of Facilitating Access to Coordinated Transportation (FACT) in the San Diego Region, is available online now and customers of FACT’s transportation service are available for interviews. Leveraging FACT analyzes demographic and geographic data from FACT’s service over the course of o...ne year to identify what San Diego communities are in need of specialized transportation. Circulate’s analysis shows: FACT’s customer base self-identify as people with disabilities, almost equally split between low income and not low income people, and mostly 60 years old or older. Most trips provided by RideFACT are for medical purposes, at a combined 60 percent of all documented trips. Social trips are the second most common purpose. RideFACT is able to provide trips at well below the national average cost per trip for similar programs. RideFACT is the only subsidized transportation service for seniors and people with disabilities operating Countywide, including the 18 Cities. Freedom of movement is vital to maintain a high quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities, said Maya Rosas, Director of Policy for Circulate San Diego. This report identifies how FACT is providing transportation for some of San Diego’s must vulnerable populations. For questions relating to the report, contact Maya Rosas, Circulate San Diego. For questions relating to FACT, or to interview a FACT rider, contact Arun Prem, FACT. The report is available in PDF and mobile-first formats online: http://www.circulatesd.org/FACT