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Transportation Ambassador Program (TAP)
Save the date for the next TAP Meeting for November 19, 2024, from 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom, registration is free. The purpose of the meeting is to provide information and resources regarding human services transportation for older adults and persons with disabilities. Presentations will include updates from Valley Metro, the City of Phoenix, and an Agency Spotlight. You can register for the TAP meeting now with the registration link.
 Photo courtesy of National Aging and Disability Transportation Center
The Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities is hosting a webinar regarding voters’ rights and accommodations for people with disabilities. The webinar is scheduled for September 9, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Arizona time. Speakers will include representatives from Pima County and Disability Rights Arizona to educate attendees on available accommodations for the voting process. The webinar is free and can be registered for by following this link.
 Photo courtesy of National Aging and Disability Transportation Center
The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) is hosting the third webinar in their 2023-2024 Symposium Series. This series is aimed at gathering input on how to better support and fully empower all individuals who support children and youth with disabilities and their families with post-education transitions. This webinar will focus on collaboration between special education, vocational rehabilitation, and centers for independent living. The webinar is scheduled for September 12, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time and is free to attend. Registration can be completed by following this link.
 Photo courtesy of the City of Phoenix Parks Department
The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department recently completed the state’s first all abilities and inclusive playground. The Encanto Park playground was realized in collaboration with City pf Phoenix Council District 4, the Parks and Recreation Department, and the Kiwanis Club of Phoenix. Landscape Structures was contracted to make the community dream come to fruition. The park features all ADA accessible playground equipment for people of all abilities to enjoy. Watch the news story about the park here.
Article contributed by Rudy Rameriz, Parks Manager
 Photo courtesy of National Aging and Disability Transportation Center
The Administration for Community Living (ACL) has announced a funding opportunity for the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration. Applicable projects include the development and implementation of digital inclusion activities, the implementation of applied digital skills training programs, workforce development programs, among others. The deadline for applications is 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 22, 2024. More information about this funding opportunity can be found at this link.
 Photo courtesy of National Aging and Disability Transportation Center
The ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center announced a new online training for respite care providers. The training will include ten core competencies that serve as a baseline for the delivery of quality respite services in the community. The training is free and available in a toolkit in both English and Spanish. The curriculum can be requested by filling out this form.
 Photo courtesy of National Aging and Disability Transportation Center
The National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center (NADTC) is hosting a free webinar focused on living with younger onset Alzheimer’s Disease. The webinar will emphasize the importance of creating a support network to help with changes in communication and the common experience of those living with younger onset Alzheimer’s disease. The workshop will be held on September 16, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Registration can be completed by following this link.
 Photo coutresy of National Aging and Disability Transportation Center
The Center for Independent Living is hosting a free webinar on connecting people with disabilities to employment opportunities. Three agencies will share how the work they do increases access to competitive and integrated employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The webinar is on September 10, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. More information and registration can be found at this link.
MAG offers monthly human services transportation provider trainings and workshops facilitated by subregional mobility managers. The trainings and workshops cover topics such as drivers’ safety, fleet management, and include an opportunity to discuss current service providers topics.
Hiring and Retention Focus Group
Save the date for a Hiring and Retention Focus Group schedule for September 24, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The focus group is free to attend. Subregional mobility managers will share national best practices on hiring and retention, and lead discussion on strategies that are working on a regional level. Registration can be completed by following this link.
September Workshops
Transporting Passengers with Special Needs – Part 2 (Rescheduled from July 26)
Itza Moving Target
Enhancing Mobility Through Technology
October Workshops
Driver Safety
Lemme Outta This Box
If you have a suggestion for a story, an announcement you would like to share, questions about transportation program best practices, or would like to provide feedback for the newsletter, contact Lauren Read at LRead@azmag.gov.
Nominations are now open to recognize an Outstanding Driver or staff member Years of Service at your agency. Selected nominees will be recognized at the TAP meeting in August. Nomination forms for Outstanding Drivers and Years of Service are also available on our website. Nominations are due November 11, 2024. We greatly appreciate the support you provide for our community members!
MAG fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related authorities and regulations in all programs and activities. For more information on rights afforded under Title VI, relevant activities at MAG, or if you feel these rights have been violated, please visit the agency website at www.azmag.gov or call 602-254-6300.
MAG, para todos sus programas y actividades, cumple totalmente con el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964 y con las relacionadas autoridades y regulaciones. Para obtener más información sobre los derechos reconocidos en el Título VI, las actividades pertinentes de MAG, o si siente que sus derechos han sido violados, por favor visite el sitio web de la agencia en www.azmag.gov o llame al 602-254-6300.
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