12-03-2025
Spectrum of Solutions, EZ Rider partner for driver training
Mar. 11—MIDLAND — Spectrum of Solutions is partnering with EZ Rider to provide training for drivers who assist riders with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). This training program is designed to provide EZ Rider staff with the skills and knowledge to better support these riders by addressing key topics like IDD behaviors and how not all IDD looks the same.
Since 1987, March has been recognized as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and Spectrum of Solutions is committed to raising awareness through training programs that promote education and advocacy. By partnering with EZ Rider, they can help ensure that individuals with IDD have equal opportunities to thrive and lead meaningful lives, a news release said.
As part of this initiative, Spectrum of Solutions will deliver expert-led training sessions to EZ Rider's drivers at the following location and dates:
— Location: EZ Rider, 10308 Younger Road, Midland, TX 79706
— March 12: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 1 p.m. (45 minutes each)
— March 13: 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 2 p.m. (45 minutes each)
— March 14: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 1 p.m. (45 minutes each)
The goal is to ensure that all staff are equipped to handle sensitive situations with care, compassion, and professionalism while safeguarding the well-being of riders.
This partnership represents a crucial step forward in enhancing the quality of services for individuals with IDD, promoting inclusion and understanding, and ensuring a safe environment for everyone involved, the release said.
