UBER has expanded its services in Toowoomba to enable residents with accessibility needs to use the ride-sharing platform.

UberAssist allows residents with folding chairs, walking aids or collapsible scooters to use the service and went live in Toowoomba on Thursday.

It is the 12th city in Australia to have the service activated in, and is the latest expansion of Uber in Toowoomba.

More than 13,000 Toowoomba residents have hailed Uber since its controversial launch in June last year.

Uber Queensland state manager Alex Golden said UberAssist had been popular with communities across Australia.

"It's been really encouraging to see more than 20 eligible local driver-partners put their hand up to join UberAssist," Mr Golden said.

"They've all undertaken expert third-party training developed and delivered by the Australian Network on Disability.

"This will ensure they have the right skills and knowledge to help members of the community with different accessibility needs get from A to B safely."