Celebrating Success and Innovation at the USAging 49th Annual Conference and Tradeshow

What an incredible week at the USAging 49th Annual Conference and Tradeshow! We were thrilled to see so many passionate professionals dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults and people with disabilities. From inspiring sessions to invaluable networking opportunities, this Conference truly showcased the strength and innovation within our aging and disability community. 

Discover NADTC’s 2023 Impact: Transforming Transportation Nationwide

Dive into NADTC’s 2023 Impact Report to explore the remarkable achievements and innovative resources that have empowered transportation programs across the country. This report highlights the tangible ways NADTC’s tools and materials are being utilized by local programs and communities to enhance accessible transportation services, making a real difference in people's lives.

2023 FTA Section 5310 Compendium

Each year, NADTC develops a comprehensive compendium of its publications and materials related to FTA Section 5310. This compendium showcases the work completed throughout 2023, and includes blogs, webinars and related events.

Using Non-FTA Federal Funds for Local Match

This publication provides guidance on federal funding and local match as well as federal fund braiding opportunities.

July is Disability Pride Month

This month’s blog post showcases NADTC resources and publications available for transportation agencies to assist people with disabilities to easily use your services to get where they need to go. 

National Senior Citizens Day: August 21

National Senior Citizens Day is a special time to honor and appreciate the contributions of older adults in our communities. We invite you to help us better understand the transportation needs and experiences of older adults by participating in our survey.

U.S. DOT to Update Equity Action Plan

U.S. DOT is soliciting public comments on meaningful activities to advance equity as part of its 2024 update to its Equity Action Plan. Comments are due by August 14. See full details about how to respond along with links to the Federal Register notice and the DOT Strategic Plan. 

Summer is here, and so is ATRC’s new website! Visit ACL.gov/ATRC to take a deep dive into accessible transportation. Browse accessibility basics and promising practices, check out upcoming and past events and learn about the work of the center.

The National Center for Applied Transit Technology (N-CATT) is accepting applications for transit agencies to receive one-on-one technical assistance through the Center’s Strategic Technology Technical Assistance Teams (STTATs). N-CATT will review and accept applications on a rolling basis.

N-CATT is offering technical assistance from now through September 1 to help ensure your agency is on the right path. Sign up to be matched with the right expert for your agency’s needs.

Show off your creative side by entering the 2024 National RTAP Photo Contest! Entries must include a drawing, painting, sculpture, quilt, collage or an artistic digital image that depicts rural or tribal transit. Submit your artwork by August 23.

Save the date: The Social Security Administration’s National Disability Forum (NDF) is hosting a webinar "Removing Barriers to Accessing Services in Tribal Communities" on August 29 from 1:00-3:00 PM ET. Registration will open soon.  

Enhancing Mobility Innovation: The FTA is accepting applications for $1.94 million available for technology projects that seek to improve and develop new approaches and tools to improve mobility. Deadline: August 30, 2024

Coordinating Council on Access and Mobility: The FTA announced the availability of $2.5 million to establish a CCAM TA Center to improve transportation access for people with disabilities, older adults and individuals of low income. Deadline: August 30, 2024

Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Opportunity: This funding announcement is an opportunity for communities to apply for funding to engage adults ages 55 and older in tackling the community’s most pressing needs through the AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP program. Deadline: September 18, 2024

NADTC Technical Assistance Specialists are here to assist professionals like you to answer questions about a variety of topics related to transportation for older adults and people with disabilities, ADA accessible services and related issues.

Call 866.983.32220 or email contact@nadtc.org to start a conversation.

National Aging and Disability Transportation Center 

 Washington, D.C. 

contact@nadtc.org | 866.983.3222 

The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center is a program funded by the Federal Transit Administration and administered by USAging and Easterseals with guidance from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living.