With the holidays and the colder weather getting everyone in a vacation mood, it’s safe to expect a lot of traffic and people flooding towards the airports to catch their flights. Flying out can definitely be a challenge and, at times, intimidating, especially for people in wheelchairs or those with accessibility needs.
Residents of Mesa, Tempe, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek and Scottsdale that have accessibility needs may not have access to convenient transportation that caters to their wheelchair or stretcher.
Not all individuals that utilize wheelchairs and other mobility aids have readily available access to reliable transportation. Either they are unable to to drive themselves, don’t have friends/family able to cater to all of their needs, or some other circumstance that prevents them from getting around.
There are students in Arizona that have accessibility needs and will require wheelchair-friendly transportation to get to school, after-school programs, & medical appointments. Arizona parents, teachers, medical providers, and caregivers utilize private wheelchair-accessible transportation services, like HealthLift NEMT of AZ, to manage transportation for students.
While there are a few wheelchair-friendly options for transportation around Phoenix and Tucson, public transportation for the most part is unreliable. The greatest resource individuals with mobility issues and disabilities can benefit from is a professional transportation company designed for catering to wheelchair and stretcher needs.
The Tucson Gem Show has been a community staple for local artisans, business owners, and traders. However, due to the pandemic and strict safety laws, the much-anticipated event had to be put on hold in 2020. This year, as restrictions ease up, the event returns for a fantastic four-day experience.
Reliable transportation is something we often take for granted. As we mature, this becomes increasingly more important and equally as challenging. For the senior community, it’s vital to have a transportation service that caters to their needs.
HealthLift works closely with medical care professionals to ensure comfortable and safe transportation for their patients.
Phoenix is filled with amazing and fun-filled places and activities that are accessible for people using wheelchairs. There’s no shortage of enjoyment for you and your friends and loved ones whenever you find yourselves in and around the Arizona capital.
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.