SENIOR AND DISABLED POPULATIONS Senior residents and individuals with disabili- ties represent additional high-need groups in Fort Worth. Figure 02-42 provides a break- down of the concentrations of senior (65+) populations, while Figure 02-43 shows the distribution of persons with disabilities. These populations, particularly concentrated in western areas of the city along I-30, rely on accessible transit options and walkable infra- structure to meet their mobility needs.
As shown in Figure 02-44 , these same areas face limited access to regular transit services, impacting their mobility and independence. Trinity Metro provides paratransit services through its ACCESS program, offering door- to-door transportation for eligible residents with disabilities who cannot use standard transit routes. Additionally, Trinity Metro’s on-demand services help to fill some of the transportation gaps, but there remains a need for expanded transit options in these underserved neighborhoods. Enhancing
these services would improve access to essential destinations like healthcare, shop- ping, and social activities, supporting greater independence and quality of life for Fort Worth’s senior and disabled populations. TRANSIT RIDERSHIP TRENDS The COVID-19 pandemic led to a significant decline in transit usage across Fort Worth, with bus ridership dropping from over 5 million in 2019 to below 3 million in 2020, as shown in Figure 02-47 . Since 2021, ridership on bus,
Figure 02-42: Senior (65+) Population Percentage Figure 02-43: Disability Population Percentage
Figure 02-44: Fort Worth Transit Routes
Data Source: EPA EJ Screen
Data Source: EPA EJ Screen
Data Source: Trinity Metro, 2024
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