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Families in Chicago can access low-cost and free travel options through the CTA Reduced Fare Programs and the Pace ADA Paratransit Service. [1] (https://www.transitchicago.com/reduced-fare-pro...), [2] (https://www.pacebus.com/ada)Public Transit DiscountsCTA (Chicago Transit Authority): Children under seven ride free with a fare-paying adult. Students 20 and younger qualify for reduced student fares. People with qualifying disabilities can also apply for reduced or free fares. [1] (https://cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-pals...), [2] (https://www.transitchicago.com/reduced-fare-pro... Suburban Bus: Riders certified for ADA paratransit or enrolled in the state's Benefit Access program ride fixed-route buses for free. [1] (https://www.pacebus.com/reduced-and-ride-free-f... TransportSpecial Needs Chicago: This group provides Special Needs Chicago Transportation Services for individuals with physical or cognitive challenges. They offer specialized, door-to-door rides. [1] (https://dscc.uic.edu/dscc_resource/special-need...), [2] (https://www.rush.edu/services/autism-care/autis... TransportationIEP Mandated Rides: If your child has an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that lists transportation as a related service, the public school district must provide it at no cost.
We have tried all those suggestions and the problem appears to be having a personal companion at all times with her on the bus going and coming. Most transportation services do not provide this because most adult autistic people can ride transportation by themselves but she can't.
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For bus service, this isn't something that can be specifically recommended here, but there are some great ways to find reliable transportation options used by other autism families in your area.
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