One-on-One Training Helps People with Disabilities Travel More Independently

This episode of Real-Life Science summarizes research on a one-on-one travel training program in New Jersey designed for people with disabilities to help them use public transportation more confidently and independently. We discuss how personalized lessons improved travel skills, findings on lasting transit use, and why access to transportation matters for health and social life. Tips and resources for getting started with travel training are also included. This Kessler Foundation research was presented at the 2026 National Academies Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting.
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Production Notes
This podcast was recorded, produced, and edited by Joan Banks-Smith, Sr. Creative Producer at Kessler Foundation (May 2026).
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