<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0FsAya_1GwmqCYU00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0FsAya_1GwmqCYU00" width="1200" height="675" >SEPTA riders may notice something new during their commute as outreach specialists wearing purple vests make their way through stations and vehicles, offering help to people in need.The transit agency is launching a new program called Reach to connect people experiencing homelessness, addiction and mental health challenges with critical services while addressing safety and quality-of-life concerns across the system.The initiative operates under the SEPTA Transit Police Department through a one-year agreement with Citizens Acting Together Can Help, Inc. Reach is a division of SEPTA Transit Police, and the specialists are going to work closely with police officers.The Reach teams will be patrolling SEPTA stations and vehicles to engage with vulnerable individuals and offer transportation to service providers. Those who decline assistance will be asked to leave the system."By helping connect vulnerable individuals to services and support, SEPTA is working to build a safer, more welcoming environment for everyone who relies on our system,” said SEPTA General Manager Scott A. Sauer.Riders can report safety concerns and quality-of-life issues anonymously through the SEPTA app or by calling Transit Police at (215) 580-8111.</div></body>

Block Source: NBC Philadelphia

Misinformation

Clickbait

Old or repetitive news

Explicit content

Location not relevant

SEPTA riders may notice something new during their commute as outreach specialists wearing purple vests make their way through stations and vehicles, offering help to people in need. The transit agency is launching a new program called Reach to connect people experiencing homelessness, addiction and mental health challenges with critical...

SEPTA launches program to help people in need across transit system

NewsBreak

SEPTA riders may notice something new during their commute as outreach specialists wearing purple vests make their way through stations and vehicles, offer

SEPTA launches program to help people in need across transit system

Comments