When it comes to family, there’s no doubt you would go the extra mile to make sure they’re safe and comfortable. This rings particularly true for those in our family using wheelchairs. The fact is, however, that we’re not always able to be there for them whenever they may need help. Reliable transportation is a primary concern in such cases, especially if regular appointments need to be met.
Arizona resources and tools like transportation (NEMT) & mobile apps help organize schedules, making life easier for both caregiver and ward.
Arizona resources and tools like transportation (NEMT) & mobile apps help organize schedules, making life easier for both caregiver and ward.
As they age, their needs also change. How can you help the seniors in your family live their life to the fullest?
Providing care for senior or disabled family members is no easy task. The responsibility that comes with being a caregiver or financial provider for loved ones can be taxing on many levels. It may take a toll on you emotionally, physically or mentally — and planning ahead, scheduling, and utilizing community resources can make all the difference.
We can’t always be there to drive our loved ones in wheelchairs to where they need to go, be it doctor’s appointments or medical procedures, where traditional public transport options are less than practical. Accessible transportation is a valuable resource to everyone utilizing wheelchairs, especially those unable to drive themselves.
Learn about non-emergency medical transportation, and how it could be the right resource for patients, providers and individuals in wheelchairs or stretchers.
Accessible wheelchair transportation plays a big role in many of Arizona seniors’ lives. A resource as simple as being able to get a ride to a medical appointment or the grocery store when a family member is unavailable can make all the difference in their lives.
It’s important for seniors to have access to reliable and safe transportation. How exactly does access to transportation benefit the quality of life of our senior community? Being without transportation can have a negative impact on the lives we lead. Seniors that are unable to drive themselves are more likely to miss vital appointments, procedures, or testing. Working with a safe, sanitized, reliable, and accessible transportation company will ensure that appointments are never missed and health is being maintained optimally.