Dial-A-Bus of Benton County

08/04/2026

A Heat Advisory is active from noon on Tuesday, August 4th, to 11 PM on Wednesday, August 5th, with high temperatures reaching 95-100 degrees.

Extreme heat can be especially tough on adults with IDD, seniors, and those with underlying health conditions.

A few quick reminders to help you and your loved ones beat the heat:

💧 Drink water regularly throughout the day.

🏡 Find Air Conditioning: If needed, head to a public cooling space like a library, community center, or local mall. Call 2-1-1 or visit 211info.org to find cooling centers near you.

🕒 Avoid Peak Sun: Try to stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day, usually between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

💊 Check Medications: Some medications make the body more sensitive to heat. Check in with a doctor or pharmacist if you're unsure.

❤️ Check on Neighbors: Take a few minutes to call or visit friends, family, and neighbors who might need extra help staying cool.

🔆 Find Extreme Heat resources on 211 Info’s website: https://www.211info.org/get-help/extreme-heat/

Please share these resources and reminders to help keep our community safe. Thank you!

08/03/2026

August is National Traffic Awareness Month! This is meant to draw attention to the importance of road safety and encourage drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists to practice vigilance and to follow to traffic laws. At Dial-A-Bus, the safety of our clients and others on the road is our top priority.

No distractions, following road signs and speed limits, and sharing the road responsibly are the bare minimum for driving safely.

07/31/2026

Help us celebrate our latest Employees of the Month:
Thaimi Mayes, Glenn Sweet, and Joy Gipson.

These wonderful individuals embody the Dial-A-Bus motto of community, compassion, and connection each and every day.

07/29/2026

Here is a link to the recording of the first Client Advocacy Committee Meeting: https://youtu.be/PZz0RlyHXSs

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We will share more about upcoming meetings soon!

Wednesday July 29th CAC introduction.Next meeting will happen in ...

07/28/2026

Sharing this link one more time before our first Client Advocacy Committee Meeting tomorrow at 10 AM over Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8100473019?pwd=wWoFLghduJb7gv2QRLj8cvH0aOahcf.1&omn=87275408575

Once the meeting ends tomorrow, we will also share the recording.

07/27/2026

*Español a continuación*

Benton Area Transit received an Innovative Mobility Fund grant to study transit options to improve mobility and access to essential services for all rural residents in Benton County. Your input will help us understand transit needs and guide the development of potential shuttle alternatives. The survey will be open until August 10. Complete the survey for your chance to win 1 of 5 $20 gift cards!

Complete the survey in English: surveymonkey.com/r/TMK5LWS

Benton Area Transit recibió una subvención del Fondo de Movilidad Innovadora para estudiar opciones de transporte público que mejoren la movilidad y el acceso a servicios esenciales para los residentes de las zonas rurales del condado de Benton. Sus comentarios nos ayudarán a comprender las necesidades de transporte y a orientar el desarrollo de posibles alternativas de servicio de transporte tipo shuttle. La encuesta estará abierta hasta el 10 de agosto. ¡Complete la encuesta para participar en el sorteo de una de cinco tarjetas de regalo de Amazon o Visa de $20!

Complete la encuesta en Español: surveymonkey.com/r/TMK5LWS?lang=es

07/24/2026

For anyone hoping to listen in on the first client advocacy committee meeting live, the Zoom link is below! We will be meeting on Wednesday July 29th at 10 AM. We may open up the meeting to public comment depending on time and capacity. If we do not offer the chance to speak during the meeting, you may send your comments to [email protected] for the committee to review.

Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8100473019?pwd=wWoFLghduJb7gv2QRLj8cvH0aOahcf.1&omn=87275408575

07/23/2026

Every day is the perfect day to sign up to volunteer with Dial-A-Bus! We will train you and ensure you feel 100% sure you can safely provide much-needed transportation for your neighbors.
Dialabus.org/volunteer

07/22/2026

🌞 Stay Cool and Safe! 🌞

With the upcoming heatwave, local cooling centers are open to help you find relief. Here are some options:

🏢 Benton County: https://tinyurl.com/BentonCooling
🏢 Linn County: https://tinyurl.com/LinnCoCooling

Remember to stay hydrated and take breaks from the sun. Wishing everyone safety and comfort during these hot days!

07/21/2026

"I have macular degeneration and it is such a comfort to have the caring drivers meet me at the door and take me where I need to go. More seniors should know what a great service Dial-A-Bus provides."
- Dee Souza