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Rural Transportation: Using Vouchers To Improve Access, University Of Montana Rural Institute Apr 1995

Rural Transportation: Using Vouchers To Improve Access, University Of Montana Rural Institute

Independent Living and Community Participation

Transportation is one of the most frequently cited problems of people with disabilities living in rural areas. This includes transportation to and from work, personal and social obligations in and around small communities, and transportation from home to larger communities where services are available. Cutbacks in air, rail and bus services to rural areas have made these problems even more challenging for those with severe disabilities who often have low, fixed incomes. While many larger communities may have one or more major social service agencies, such as an aging services program, that cooperate to provide transportation services under various regulations, …


Latino Performance In Rural Public Schools: Grades 3,6,12, Refugio Rochin, Steve Hampton, Javier Ekboir Jan 1995

Latino Performance In Rural Public Schools: Grades 3,6,12, Refugio Rochin, Steve Hampton, Javier Ekboir

Refugio I. Rochin

Using multiple regression analysis, we compare non-Latino vs Latino test scores in rural school districts (grades 3,6,12) to determine the "effects" of Latino concentration, English proficiency, socio-economic status and school funding. We find relatively better test results for Latinos as Latino concentration increases. We provide theoretical hypothesis for more study.


Accessible Rural Housing Options: Mobile Homes And Manufactured Housing, University Of Montana Rural Institute Jan 1995

Accessible Rural Housing Options: Mobile Homes And Manufactured Housing, University Of Montana Rural Institute

Independent Living and Community Participation

No abstract provided.


Supported Volunteer Rural Transportation Project, Tom Seekins Ph.D., University Of Montana Rural Institute Jan 1995

Supported Volunteer Rural Transportation Project, Tom Seekins Ph.D., University Of Montana Rural Institute

Independent Living and Community Participation

No abstract provided.