[humanser] Uber as an alternative for a driving requirement driving

[Lisa Irving]

Hi All,

I think that Merry has some valid concerns. On the other hand, Uber and Lyft
are the best alternative if you don't drive in San Diego. Uber is more
expensive than Access ride service, however, it's far cheaper than a cab
ride. At some point most of us will encounter ignorant cab drivers, bus and
van service drivers and, yes, Uber  and Lyft drivers who thumb his or her
nose at our laws. That's why I am an active member of the National
Federation of the Blind. It never hurts to know that 50,000 other blind
individuals have my back. 

Best,
Lisa Irving
  


Best,
Lisa Irving

I've been denied ride service on the basis of traveling with a service
animal. I'm not walking away; I'm documenting and sharing the documented
denials... For now, I'll plan to leave a little earlier and I'll try to
remember to breathe deeply. 

From,
Lisa Irving


-----Original Message-----
From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Merry
Schoch via humanser
Sent: Monday, November 23, 2015 11:53 AM
To: 'Human Services Division Mailing List'
Cc: Merry Schoch
Subject: Re: [humanser] Uber as an alternative for a driving requirement
driving

HiDave,

I will admit the two times I used uber they were clean; however, not any
more so than the cabs I have taken.  I used them since I was without a
service animal.  The price was right, the arrival times were great, but my
concern will be in the future when I receive my new guide dog.  Denials have
happened in my area and others across the country.  In my county we have not
had problems in this area with our local cab companies since we have
educated and litigated.  I am in hopes that Uber will be more compliant
because denial of access creates a great deal of anxiety and other problems
when it occurs.  I will fully support and use Uberrwhen I can trust in their
full and equal access.  I am sure we all have different experiences using
cabs, Uber, and Lift and most individuals will make their decisions on those
experiences which is natural.  I speak from my personal experiences, as well
as from the position of vice president of the Florida Association of Guide
Dog Users and those who have been denied access by Uber drivers.  

Wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving!
Merry


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