Mobility Services is a courtesy service for students with verified permanent or temporary disabilities that make walking long distances across campus difficult.
Eligibility for Services:
Be a DSPS student at De Anza College taking at least one class
How to Request Mobility Services:
- Schedule an appointment to meet with a DSS Counselor to request Mobility Services and call 408.864.8838
- Submit Mobility Services Agreement and send copy of your class schedule to thompsonnita@deanza.edu
Guidelines:
- You must be currently enrolled in classes to receive Mobility Services
- You must provide a copy of your class schedule and email the driver to develop a schedule
- Scheduled students receive priority to classes
- Shuttle service to special on-campus appointments or activities must be prearranged and only available when the regular class transportation schedules permit it
- The student must meet the shuttle at the designated meeting place and time place
- The student must notify Mobility Services as soon as possible if they will not meet a regularly scheduled pick up. Failure to notify three (3) times in a quarter may result in suspension of their mobility service
- If your class finishes early, call Mobility Services and wait at the appointed location
- It is the student's responsibility to inform Mobility Services if changes occur that affect their service needs
- Services may be provided for emergency situations, such as after a fall, wheelchair malfunction, unexpected heavy rain, etc. Subject to availability
- Seat belts and ties-down are to be used at all times and safety instructions are to be observed
- Services may be delayed or canceled due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., mechanical
issues, driver unavailability).
Hours of Operation:
Fall, Winter, Spring
Monday through Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Summer
Monday through Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: Closed
Contact Information:
To cancel a ride: 408.864.8838
Mobility Driver:
Nita Thompson
Phone: 408.864.8412
Email: thompsonnita@fhda.edu
DSPS Office: 408.864.8838
DSPS Division Office: 408.864.8885