Fort Wayne Accessibility
Building on the strong foundation established through the community’s 10-year Tourism Master Plan, Visit Fort Wayne is committed to positioning Fort Wayne and Allen County as national leaders in accessibility and Universal Design. Our goal is to set a new standard, one where visitors and residents of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds can fully participate in and enjoy everything our community has to offer.
We invite our community members and the hospitality industry to join us in championing accessibility as a defining attribute of Fort Wayne/Allen County by embracing inclusive practices, engaging in training opportunities, and helping shape a destination where all abilities feel welcome.
Universal Design
Universal Design is the practice of creating experiences, spaces, and services that are welcoming, intuitive, and usable for residents, visitors, and future travelers alike. For Visit Fort Wayne, Universal Design means building a destination where people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities can explore confidently and comfortably. It’s about removing barriers before they appear and designing with inclusiveness at the center, not as an afterthought.
Tools for Your Organization
Resources
Creating Accessible Spaces video series
Hospitality Accessibility Recommendations from The League
Case for Accessibility: A Tourism and Economic Opportunity
10 Things for Businesses to Know About the ADA
Food Service: Accommodating Diners with Disabilites
CTN Charter Transportation Services
MyAutismAlly - Creating Social Stories
Great Lakes ADA Center Resources
Local Nonprofit Resources
League for the Blind and Disabled
The League for the Blind and Disabled partners with Deaflink to help visitors and residents find the appropriate interpreting services for their needs.
5821 S. Anthony Blvd.
Fort Wayne IN 46816
Voice/TTY: (260) 441-0551 or (800) 889-3443
Videophone for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing: (260) 440-3013
DeafLink Emergency Pager: (260) 481-8153
Citilink Access
Need paratransit services while visiting Fort Wayne? If you’re certified in your residence area, call to verify your visitor eligibility at least one day before arrival to schedule your travel.
Keep in Mind
- Citilink Access runs Monday through Saturday and follows the same service area as Citilink’s fixed routes and anywhere else within the Fort Wayne city limits and within ¾ mile of their New Haven route.
- Citilink’s fixed routes are also ADA accessible, should you want more flexibility in planning travel.
- Check out Citilink’s website for the latest fare prices.
To schedule a trip and verify eligibility, call (260) 432-4546.
Turnstone / Plassman Athletic Center
A U.S. Olympic/Paralympic training site, Turnstone offers fitness facilities for Olympians and Paralympians traveling through the area. The fieldhouse also offers drop-in rates for travelers looking for accessible workout facilities.
(260) 483-2100
Bierman Autism Center
Bierman Autism Center offers services ranging from teaching social skills to therapy and support for children on the spectrum of autism.
(260) 254-2021
Easterseals of Northeast Indiana
Easterseals offers a broad range of services including employment services, day programs, residential services, recreation, and respite for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
4919 Coldwater Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 456-4534
WindSwell Foundation
WindSwell Foundation supports community initiatives to make our city more inclusive for individuals with disabilities. Check out a list of some of these resources here.
YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne
The YMCA offers a wide range of Adaptive & Inclusive facilities and programs.
Community Transportation Network
Community Transportation Network provides full access to community resources through friendly transportation services for seniors, persons with disabilities, children, youth, and the agencies that support them.
5601 Industrial Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 420-3280
support@ridectn.org
Superior Van & Mobility
Superior Van & Mobility - Fort Wayne, IN's rental program includes vehicles that are equipped with wheelchair ramps and customized seating to accommodate individuals with mobility challenges. They also offer airport pick-up and drop-off services for a small fee.
2218 Contractors Dr.
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
Superior Store Phone: (260) 497-8267
Superior Rental Phone: (844) 648-7368
Star Mobility Transportation LLC
Star Mobility Transportation LLC provides non-emergency medical transportation. Their services are targeted at individuals who need the appropriate facilities and support to get to medical appointments, rehab sessions, or home from hospital discharges.
226 East Collins Road, Suite D
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
260-445-0754
Info@starmobilitytranspo.com
Your Neighborhood Lift
Your Neigborhood Lift will ensure you and your loved ones are safely and responsibly transported.
10615 Yorktowne Place
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
(888) 865-2589
Information Collected by Visit Fort Wayne
This page is intended to be a useful guide for Fort Wayne businesses and organizations working to attract and welcome visitors and residents with disabilities. Visit Fort Wayne intends to continue developing the content of this page to ensure this information is up-to-date and helpful. If you have a suggestion of more attractions, transportation, resources or other helpful information that should be included, please contact our staff.