ASSESSING YOUR TRAVEL OPTIONS (UNIT 5)
Here are some more questions you will want to answer about individual transportation planning:
1. Do I usually drive to where I need to go?
Yes
No
If yes, are there times of day, locations, or weather conditions where I now restrict my driving?
2. Am I an experienced transportation user?
Yes
No
If yes, what is my experience in using transportation?
TRANSPORTATION EXPERIENCE
Bus
Subway/Metro
Rideshare
Other
If no, are there particular reasons why I do not use public transportation?
3. Do I use any equipment or support to help me move around, either at home or when I go out?
Cane or walker
Manual wheelchair
Power chair
Service or comfort animal
Scooter
Other
4. Do I ever travel with someone who is paid to travel with me?
Yes
No
Do I usually travel with a family member or friend?
Yes
No
What kinds of support do these companions provide for me?
5. Which kind(s) of transportation service(s) do I prefer to use?
6. What other types of transportation service(s) would I consider for future use?
7. Will print and/or online Transportation Planning Guides assist me?
Yes
No
8. Am I comfortable understanding transportation schedules, signs, and instructions?
Yes
No
9. What type(s) of assistance would be helpful for me?
10. Are there tasks that I can accomplish without leaving my home?
Yes
No
11. Will my supermarket deliver groceries?
Yes
No
12. Will my pharmacy deliver my medications?
Yes
No
13. Can I get Meals-on-Wheels services or someone else to deliver meals?
Yes
No
14. Can I shop online or from catalogs for what I need?
Yes
No
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