TRIPPS Massachusetts

Transportation Resources, Info, Planning & Partnership for Seniors. We help seniors explore, use, and improve their own local transportation options.

[DiverseElders @DiverseElders]

According to a new report, LGBTQ people are more likely to suffer social isolation as they age, and that social isolation & less access to health care can result in an increase in health problems for #LGBTQ elders. https://t.co/kSgYFQOp7a via @RVAmag

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Trying to beat the heat? Call your local police non-emergency number to ask about cooling stations in your town or city. And remember, if you're in real trouble and need help urgently, don't hesitate to call 911!

[HHS @HHSGov]

Heat exhaustion can be caused by too much time in the sun and not enough fluids. If you or someone you know is suffering from heat exhaustion, take these steps right away! https://t.co/mTbbEX8lP6 #ThursdayThoughts #ThursdayMotivation

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Wait, does this mean things just got twice as bad? @MBTA

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

No way, @MBTA ! I know it's a holiday, but surely we can do better than this?

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Just one more reason for you to get where you're going without driving your car!

[Chris Dempsey @cdempc]

Thanks to @LexiFP + @WBUR for covering yesterday's important press conference to release a stunning new report by @UCSUSA. Tailpipe emissions are causing asthma + heart disease, and communities of color are hit hardest:
https://t.co/fzp5FAHMLL #mapoli

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Want to be a safer senior scooter? Or just curious about scootering? (And are you at least 18 yrs old? Um, yes...) Come join Lime at their "First Ride" training this weekend at the Coolidge Corner School! 11am-noon on Saturday, June 29th. @TheHiveInCC @limebike #limescooters

[The 495/MetroWest Partnership @495Partnership]

A packed house with standing room only shows depth of need for first&last mile services; Thx to @MassDOT for invitation to speak on importance of issue with @Middlesex3 @MASCOLMA
at #MovingTogether18

[Julia Wallerce @juliawallerce]

YES. Transportation is about PEOPLE not modes. Treat people walking & biking & in buses the same way we treat people driving. And allocate street space accordingly. It matters. #movingtogether18 #spatialjustice @MassDOT @Steph_Pollack

[Lee Toma @LeeToma]

Massachusetts officially launches its MassTrails website today: #MovingTogether18
https://t.co/FIyIXiO7mw

[Lee Toma @LeeToma]

MAPC notes that most local trips are short and could easily be made with micromobility devices rather than cars. #MovingTogether18

[Andrea Freeman @DreaFreeman]

Most of the questions/comments from the packed room are about how to better meet the transportion needs of people with disabilities. #movingtogether18. @MAPublicHealth @T4MASS @StavrosCILMA

[Victoria Mier @VictoriaMier3]

.@MassDOT introduces their Municipal Resource Guide for Bikeability at #MovingTogether18 Conference

[WalkMassachusetts @WalkMass]

First/last mile is important; so are the last six inches. #MT18 #MovingTogether #MovingTogether18 https://t.co/jbNi5AcKFP

[Andrea Freeman @DreaFreeman]

Impressive coalition built by @Middlesex3 to provide more options for first & last mile options to get to a bus or train stop #movingtogether18 @MAPublicHealth #transportationjustice

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

A+ TRIPPS presentation at @masscoa Fall Conference, featuring @janegould_PhD 's wisdom gained from teaching seniors to use ridesharing apps!

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Is the taxi cab industry going the way of the Dodo? Are medallion owners owed some sort of recompense from the municipalities that allow @lyft & @Uber_BOS to operate practically without oversight? What do YOU think? https://t.co/Szh0gD6atT

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Seniors' physical & mental health are harmed by isolation and according to @TivityHealth, "older adults are often uniquely affected due to...lack of transportation.” A recent @Humana survey finds 31% of Americans 65+ don’t feel socially engaged! Read more: https://t.co/LfGVDYspnQ

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Want to know more about driving retirement? Watch a panel discussion facilitated by @TRIPPSMass for @AgingLifeCare members in July 2018. Panelists include occupational therapists and a physician--really useful information! #drivingretirement

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Can't make it to the Berkshire County RCC meeting today? Dial in over the phone! - https://t.co/m3QEDCHLLM

[TRIPPS Massachusetts @TRIPPSMass]

Wanted to take a minute to give a quick shout out to developers of free software that helps nonprofits like TRIPPS do their work and help people! Just one example from today: https://t.co/ROCEQnk38h #ilovepdf via @ilovepdf_com