RideWise

Travel training and education for senior citizens and people with disabilities

RideWise helps older adults and people with disabilities travel safely and independently using public transportation.

By providing information on transportation choices, personal trip planning and instruction in riding buses and MAX trains, RideWise helps you build the confidence and skills to use all the transit options available to you.

RideWise offers:

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  • consumer education presentations and TriMet service orientations
  • travel training field trips using in-service TriMet buses and MAX trains
  • personal and group orientations on-board actual TriMet buses and MAX trains using vehicles not in service
  • information on transportation services available in your area
  • help in choosing the mode of transportation that best fits the type of trip you are making
  • follow-up support and training as needed
  • Rider's Club-regularly scheduled group adventures that incorporate using the TriMet system to and from your chosen destination

RideWise is a unique partnership between TriMet and Ride Connection, a non-profit community service organization. There is no charge for most RideWise services, although donations are greatly appreciated.

For more information about RideWise

Call or email us to start developing your individual transportation plan.

Phone 503-226-0700
Fax 503-528-1755
TTY 503-528-1730
Email ridewise@trimet.org
Hours 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays