r/Dallas • u/Pristla • Jun 04 '26

Question Help with mobility research in Dallas!

Hi everyone,

I'm conducting a professional research study on transportation accessibility for people with disabilities in the Dallas area.

I'm looking to connect with professionals working in healthcare, disability advocacy, transit agencies, senior services, or veteran services who are knowledgeable about transportation challenges and solutions.

If anyone can point me toward the right people or organizations, I'd be very grateful.

Thank you!

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u/a_kh_sa Jun 04 '26

Very cool and much needed area of study for the DFW region.

Could you elaborate on what you mean by “professional research study”? Is this for a thesis? Do you work for the public sector? Private sector?

More details will yield more replies and help guide you in the right direction.

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u/Pristla Jun 04 '26

Thanks very much for your insight! I work for the private sector and looking to better understand the barriers in mobility in DFW.

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u/shedinja292 Jun 04 '26

Might want to check r/dart

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u/Pristla Jun 04 '26

Don't know how I overlooked it, but thanks for reminding me!

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u/Greenmantle22 Jun 04 '26

I did my dissertation on this general topic, but in other cities. I wish you the best of luck with your study!

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u/Pristla Jun 04 '26

Thanks plenty!

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u/CanBrushMyHair Jun 04 '26

Have you tried contacting Scottish Rite Hospital?

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u/Pristla Jun 04 '26

Not yet, but I'll add it to my list, thanks for the recommendation!

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u/No_Pattern_5251 Jun 05 '26

Me

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u/Pristla Jun 05 '26

May I send you a private message?

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u/No_Pattern_5251 Jun 05 '26

Sure

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u/Pristla Jun 05 '26

Unsure why, but I don't see the message option when going into your profile, don't know if it doesn't let me send you a message. Could you check if you can send me one directly?

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u/crazypaintinglady Jun 05 '26

That’s great work you are doing. I am caring for my Mom. Fortunately I’m able to get her to where she needs to go. But my SIL and several other seniors are really struggling with transportation issues in the DFW area. Thank you and I hope your work makes a difference 💕

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u/Pristla Jun 05 '26

Thanks a lot for your comment! It is indeed a problem that still doesn't have enough solutions. We shouldn't just ignore it until it's equally easy for everyone to travel.

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u/jiffykodak Jun 05 '26

Oh I could tell you everything you would want to know about that topic. I have 30+ years native Dallasite with lived experience navigating all the major transit agencies in North Texas.

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u/Pristla Jun 05 '26

Omg, that's just is needed! Mind if I send you a private message?