Validation of the Activities of Community Transportation model for individuals with cognitive impairments

To develop a theoretical, functional model of community navigation for individuals with cognitive impairments: the Activities of Community Transportation (ACTs). Iterative design using qualitative methods (i.e. document review, focus groups and observations). Four agencies providing travel training...

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Published inDisability and rehabilitation Vol. 31; no. 11; p. 887
Main Authors Sohlberg, McKay Moore, Fickas, Stephen, Lemoncello, Rik, Hung, Pei-Fang
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England 01.01.2009
Subjects
Adult
Cognition Disorders
Focus Groups
Humans
Models, Theoretical
Qualitative Research
Transportation
United States
United States
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Summary:To develop a theoretical, functional model of community navigation for individuals with cognitive impairments: the Activities of Community Transportation (ACTs). Iterative design using qualitative methods (i.e. document review, focus groups and observations). Four agencies providing travel training to adults with cognitive impairments in the USA participated in the validation study. A thorough document review and series of focus groups led to the development of a comprehensive model (ACTs Wheels) delineating the requisite steps and skills for community navigation. The model was validated and updated based on observations of 395 actual trips by travellers with navigational challenges from the four participating agencies. Results revealed that the 'ACTs Wheel' models were complete and comprehensive. The 'ACTs Wheels' represent a comprehensive model of the steps needed to navigate to destinations using paratransit and fixed-route public transportation systems for travellers with cognitive impairments. Suggestions are made for future investigations of community transportation for this population.
ISSN:0963-8288
DOI:10.1080/09638280802356260