Travelling with Confidence Northumberland
Travelling with Confidence is a project funded by the Mobility Foundation to help people with a learning disability and autistic people gain travel independence.
People who get involved can gain a travel training qualification to help them:
- Build confidence using public transport (including buses, trains, Metro) and walking
- Understand travel routes
- Handle unexpected situations
Two levels of accredited training are available.
Training is free and participants receive a certificate when they complete their course.
We provide training in Northumberland and the project can also be accessed in Newcastle, South Shields, Gateshead, Cumbria, County Durham and Darlington.
How does it work?
Step 1: Get in touch and tell us about your travel goals
Step 2: Meet with your travel trainer and group for a planning session
Step 3: Attend group sessions and practice journeys with support over 6 – 12 weeks
Step 4: Travel independently and with more confidence!
What will you learn?
- How to read timetables and plan routes
- Using contactless or travel cards
- Road and personal safety tips
- What to do if you get lost or need help
- Real journeys with a friendly travel buddy
- Learning to work in a group setting
Start your journey today!
Contact our Travel Coordinator Lucy on 07944 993826 or email: lucys@adapt-tynedale.org.uk
