transit voices

Deanne Austin, staining in a green space in front of a brick building.

Transit Voices: Deanne Austin, by Planet Detroit

When getting to the doctor is half the battle in Detroit Without reliable transportation, Detroiters in need of regular medical care struggle to get to hospitals, clinics or pharmacies. This article was originally posted in Planet Detroit, written by Eleanore Catolico. Read the full story here. In 2013, Deanne Austin bled for six weeks straight.

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Tonya Christerfield is a Detroit paratransit rider and says improvements in recent years and a new quick turnaround service have been a welcome change. Credit: Screenshot/Johnathan Shephard

Transit Voices: Tonya Chesterfield, by Bridge Detroit

In Detroit, transportation isn’t a privilege – it’s a necessity for basic living. For Tonya Christerfield, it’s a lifeline to her loved ones. She utilizes DDOT’s paratransit service, which just recently began same day pickups in June. “It’s more comfortable for the people, more comfortable for myself,” said Christerfield, who is visually impaired due to

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