EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 45 MIN
When the Bus Doesn’t Come, Everything Falls Apart | Transit & Mental Health
from SMARTcast · host Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation
Access isn’t just about getting from Point A to Point B—it’s about dignity, stability, and survival. On this powerful episode of SMARTcast, host Paul Johnson III brings together two leaders at the intersection of transit and mental health: Danny Whitehouse, VP of Paratransit at SMART, and James White, CEO of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN). Together, they unpack the critical role that reliable, accessible public transportation plays for individuals navigating mental health challenges across Wayne County and beyond. From missed appointments to missed opportunities, the conversation dives into how inconsistent transit can directly impact mental health outcomes—and how paratransit services, community partnerships, and forward-thinking leadership are working to close those gaps. This isn’t just a transit conversation—it’s a human one. If you care about public transportation, mental health advocacy, accessibility, and community impact, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🎙️ Topics include: The connection between mental health services and public transit Why dependable paratransit is essential for vulnerable populations How SMART and DWIHN are collaborating to improve outcomes Breaking barriers to access in Southeast Michigan communities The future of equitable mobility solutions Tap in, because when transit works—people have a chance to thrive. #SMARTcast #PublicTransit #MentalHealthAwareness #Paratransit #DWIHN #SMARTBus #Detroit #WayneCounty #AccessibilityMatters #TransitEquity #CommunityImpact
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Access isn’t just about getting from Point A to Point B—it’s about dignity, stability, and survival. On this powerful episode of SMARTcast, host Paul Johnson III brings together two leaders at the intersection of transit and mental health: Danny Whitehouse, VP of Paratransit at SMART, and James White, CEO of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN). Together, they unpack the critical role that reliable, accessible public transportation plays for individuals navigating mental health challenges across Wayne County and beyond. From missed appointments to missed opportunities, the conversation dives into how inconsistent transit can directly impact mental health outcomes—and how paratransit services, community partnerships, and forward-thinking leadership are working to close those gaps. This isn’t just a transit conversation—it’s a human one. If you care about public transportation, mental health advocacy, accessibility, and community impact, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🎙️ Topics include: The connection between mental health services and public transit Why dependable paratransit is essential for vulnerable populations How SMART and DWIHN are collaborating to improve outcomes Breaking barriers to access in Southeast Michigan communities The future of equitable mobility solutions Tap in, because when transit works—people have a chance to thrive. #SMARTcast #PublicTransit #MentalHealthAwareness #Paratransit #DWIHN #SMARTBus #Detroit #WayneCounty #AccessibilityMatters #TransitEquity #CommunityImpact
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