Advocacy Series: Public Transportation Skills with LakeTran

Event Description

Advocacy Series: Empowerment Through Connection

Topic: Public Transportation Skills with LakeTran

This educational opportunity is designed for individuals, transition-aged and older, who receive services through the Lake County Board of Developmental Disabilities to build confidence and independence by teaching practical public transportation skills, including:

• Destination planning and map navigation
• Reading bus schedules
• Fare payment, Easy Fare, and reduced fare programs
• Rides On Demand (scheduling, canceling, and managing rides)
• Bus etiquette and safety

The session will include a “Touch-a-Bus” experience and tour, where participants can explore the bus and practice their new transit skills in a supportive, hands-on environment. Learning how to use public transportation can greatly enhance independence, increase community access, and promote healthier lifestyles by walking or biking to bus stops. This is a meaningful step in helping individuals and their families feel confident navigating transportation safely and independently.

Meeting Date & Time: 
September 23, 2026 from 4:30 – 5:30 PM

Meeting Location:
Lake County Board of Developmental Disabilities/Deepwood, Building C (VGC)
8121 Deepwood Boulevard
Mentor Ohio 44060.

Questions and RSVP by September 16 by scanning the QR code on the meeting flyer, calling 440-350-5172, or emailing Katie.Galloway@LakeBDD.org.