Success in this area often transfers to other endeavors in the person's life. Parents and care providers can benefit, too. While they learn how capable the travel-trained student is, there is an opportunity for increased independence. The community benefits as well. The cost to the taxpayer for private transportation to a school or work for a senior or a person who is disabled is eliminated after the person learns to use the public transit system.
Public transportation puts an end to isolation.
More importantly, it increases community awareness of the capabilities of the rider who is a senior or disabled. Travel Training instructors are skilled in assisting seniors or persons who are physically or mentally disabled. The individuals are able to overcome fears and build confidence so they can use the public transportation system to the fullest extent possible.