In a life skills class for individuals with physical disabilities who are upset about lack of accessible transit, the social worker should:

• A. Assist the clients in finding alternative forms of transportation.
• B. Encourage the clients to meet with a lawyer to address their concerns.
• C. Encourage the clients to use the buses rather than the trains.
• D. Encourage self-determination by empowering the clients to meet with local officials to address public transportation accessibility.

Answer: (D)