How can transportation barriers be addressed for clients?

• A. Require clients to move closer to work.
• B. Explore options such as public transit, ride-sharing, or employer-provided transportation, and coordinate supports.
• C. Ignore transportation issues.
• D. Only focus on job coaching.

Answer: (B)

Transportation barriers block access to interviews and work, so the best approach is to partner with the client to map practical options and coordinate supports. Exploring public transit, ride-sharing, or employer-provided transportation—and aligning subsidies, travel training, and scheduling adjustments—directly tackles the barrier and fits the client’s situation. This collaborative planning helps ensure consistent attendance, reduces costs, and supports the client’s independence. Requiring a move or ignoring the issue doesn’t solve the underlying access problem, and focusing only on job coaching misses the transportation hurdle that can derail progress.