3. Transportation and Mobility
A. Accessibility and ease of use
Varied types of community transportation options
Public transportation for senior centers, adult day services, grocery stores, faith communities, cultural events
Bus stops are enclosed, have seating, and post timetables
Programs to increase public transit ridership by older adults (travel training, route and service adjustments, low-floor buses, discounted fares)
B. Pedestrian safety, walkability
Sidewalks and street crossings safe and accessible (bump-outs, crosswalk countdown, island in middle of street)
Sidewalks link housing and essential services for walking residents
Streets have larger signage, left turn lanes, and clear road markings
Residents walk or use public transportation for grocery store, doctor’s office, pharmacy
Community audits its walkability and improves pedestrian and bicycle access accordingly
Comprehensive land use plans coordinated with transportation planning
Common Challenges
Action Steps
Road design makes walking difficult
Use walkability audits to identify and prioritize pedestrian improvements
Many older drivers experience specific
difficulties related to the driving environment
· Improve roadway design and signage
· Provide safety programs and refresher courses for older drivers
Customer-oriented community transportation
options are lacking for older adults
· Make transit services more flexible and customer responsive
· Support volunteer driver programs
