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Full History - 2021 - 04 - 15 - ID#mrr8yt
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Non-drivers in less accessible places (self.Blind)
submitted by noemi_anais
Hi everyone. I have low vision and don't drive, but have a possible job offer in a rural area that requires a car. Lyft and Uber are probably prevelant, but $$$.... I'm a recent graduate and don't really have experience living on my own in a place that may be hard to get around. Anyone have any experience or tips? Thanks!!
codeplaysleep 4 points 2y ago
Well, I had a child and then waited 17yrs for it to grow up and get its license, but you really have to be in it for the long haul with that one, and it's still expensive... It's kind of a fun project, though.

More seriously, I've mostly relied on friends/family/neighbors who happen to be going my way.

I work remotely, so that helps a lot. I'm not sure what you've studied to do, but more companies are moving to/sticking with remote work now, so that might be something worth exploring.

If you live near a town, see if their public transit department can offer any assistance. Some of them offer transportation services within a certain radius for people with disabilities.

Amazon Prime is your new best friend.

Whenever you do have to make trips into town, plan to get as many errands done while you're there as you can.

Try once a week to get together with friends and socialize, whether they come to you or you somehow travel to them so you don't feel isolated.

Similarly, even if you're not going far from. home, get out and get some fresh air, take a short walk, sit outside in the evening, etc. so you don't start to feel stuck inside the same set of walls.
JMP09151_ 3 points 2y ago
Not sure what your vision looks like but if you can look into a velomobile , it’s a recumbent bike with a dome over it that protect you from weather ! it has a pedal assist motor for hills and two cupholders for coffee,water etc! it also has trunk space for a backpack or briefcase with a laptop and whatever supplies you could fit into a backpack. I was looking into one for a while because my commute was going to be five or 6 miles.
noemi_anais [OP] 1 points 2y ago
Thanks for the idea! I'll check it out.
JMP09151_ 1 points 2y ago
Please do if you want to talk about it or need other ideas PM me ! All the best ~ visually impaired young adult !!
Winnmark 1 points 2y ago
Hmmm. Thanks for the info
bassforce3000 2 points 2y ago
Have you asked the employer for driving accommodations? If driving is a requirement, they should provide an accommodation. I worked for a school district that set up a business Lyft account to pay for my rides between schools.
Revenant624 3 points 2y ago
I’m assuming you’re in the United States and if that’s the case look to see if you’re public transit system has a division for those with disabilities. For example in New Jersey New Jersey transit has one called Access Link.. it’s not free, but it is cheaper than Uber and Lyft. Better yet, contact your local commission of the blind. Maybe they can point you in the right direction
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