It's About Choice!

The sometimes confusing and often frustrating transportation resources available to people with disabilities in Pinellas County have brought about the need for this guide. In its preparation we have found that one reason for much of the confusion on the part of the public and even providers is the use of certain terms across all programs. Terms that do not have universal meanings among the programs and therefore add to the confusion. We have tried to clarify these terms and herein ask that each program seek to use the terms appropriately to avoid any further confusion. We have found for example that the Web sites of the three major programs covering ADA Paratransit, Transportation Disadvantaged and Medicaid non-emergency transport each use the same terms to identify their types of service. Not only is this confusing but it is not appropriate. We will attempt to clarify these problems in our guide. The standards and determinations presented are in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations. We welcome your input and guidance if we have made any misrepresentations or mistakes and we’ll make whatever efforts are necessary to clarify any issues in the next edition of the Transport Pinellas guide. The following glossary contains the terms that you need to know in your use of the Pinellas transit area. We recommend that you review them and when you are reviewing the rest of the guide refer back to the glossary to get the terms clear in the way that they apply. Because of the overlapping programs and the same players providing services this has become a complex issue. We have endeavored to make this as easy a read as possible. However it takes time to go through it all and get a clear picture for you. We recommend that you read this guide at least twice. If you have questions we suggest you write them down and call us at (727) 577-0065 and ask for Doug Towne. We will do our very best to clarify or assist you in getting the answers you need. Your questions will go into the planning for the next edition of the Transit Pinellas Guide.

• Transit Pinellas Glossary
• How to Gain the Advantages of Transportation Disadvantaged Service
• How Do I Apply for PSTA’S DART?
• PSTA’S DART System
• Transportation Options for Medicaid Beneficiaries
• Hurricane Warning: Plan Ahead
• Transportation Options for Those Assisted by The Ryan White CARE Act
• Services for Seniors
• Contact List

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