Have you ever wondered how accessible ride providers handle out-of-state or long distance transportation challenges for disabled patients? Patients may need to get to essential appointments outside of Arizona, but sometimes, their condition may make them unable to fly.
Arizona, like many other states, faces several challenges to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulation compliance despite efforts to raise awareness. This is due to gaps in understanding among businesses, organizations, and the public about their obligations and the rights of those in the disabled community.
According to The Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC), 11.2% of the population in Maricopa County and 15.3% of Pima County are living with a disability (2019). This community needs resources that help with daily life, like transportation services from HealthLift. HealthLift NEMT of Arizona is a wheelchair friendly ride service that allows people with disabilities to get where they need to go, when they need to be there.