Enhance Mobility With Senior Community Transportation Services

A recent study gave older adults free access to a ride-sharing service for three months. Over 90% of participants reported a higher quality of life at the end of the study.

Safe and reliable transport for seniors is more than a convenience. Better mobility promotes better health and deeper social connections.

It supports independent living. It allows for a more active lifestyle, even for those who need a higher level of care.

Most senior living communities offer some kind of safe senior travel. Learn more about senior community transportation services and the benefits of improving mobility.

Enjoy Convenient Transportation Options

Senior community transportation services are simple and convenient. You avoid the need for other means of transportation, which can range from public transit to ride-sharing services.

Public transit options in Shiloh are limited. You would need to plan your appointments around the bus schedule. You need to get to the bus stop and wait outside for the bus to arrive.

Ride-sharing apps are convenient, but they can be cost-prohibitive. You or a loved one needs to have the smartphone app and be comfortable using it.

Other forms of transportation are available, but they all have downsides. Taxis are often expensive and may be difficult to find. Some alternative forms of transportation can't accommodate a walker or wheelchair.

Community transport options from the senior living community are available when you need them. The scheduling process is simple. You know the driver is qualified to drive you or your loved one.

Maintain Social Connections

One of the most valuable senior transportation benefits is allowing people to maintain their social connections. Seniors can continue to go to meet friends and participate in their other activities, like volunteering or attending worship services.

Social connections are important for everyone. They're especially important for older adults.

Scientific studies have shown a range of benefits that come with regular, meaningful social interactions. For example, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that people with positive social relationships have a lower risk of heart disease and stroke.

Social interaction helps keep your brain sharp. Studies have demonstrated that people who are socially isolated have a higher risk of developing dementia. A study in the UK suggested that depression in older people could be reduced by reducing their loneliness.

Social connections make us feel good emotionally, and they also help us stay healthy.

Keep a Sense of Freedom

One concern many people have when entering a senior living community is that they will lose their independence. Transportation services help residents maintain their sense of freedom.

Senior community transportation services are available for people in independent or assisted living as well as memory care.

You or your loved one will have a reliable way to get where they want to go. You can use senior community transportation services for practical outings like getting groceries. You can also use transportation services for outings that are just for fun, like meeting with friends or going to the library.

Access Medical Appointments

Reliable and convenient community transport options help ensure access to medical appointments. This is obviously very important for your health.

Most senior living communities have staff to help with medication management. However, medical care is often not available onsite. You can use community transportation to stay on track with your medical care.

Using community elderly mobility solutions gives you flexibility when scheduling appointments. You aren't limited to the days or times a family member or friend can take you.

Reduce Stress

The right transportation solution reduces stress and makes your life easier. With transportation services from your residential community, you know you have a safe senior travel option. The vehicles are accessible and designed for use by older adults.

You don't need to worry about driving at night or in poor weather conditions. You can relax and enjoy the ride. You don't need to feel guilty about regularly asking family or friends to drive you.

With your community transport options, you know the driver will be at the right place at the right time. You have reliable transportation.

Be More Active

Using community transportation allows older adults to be more active. You're running errands or socializing instead of sitting at home.

Reliable transport for seniors gives you the option of taking exercise classes beyond what is offered in the residential community. You could go to a gym or participate in the wellness program through the PSOP (Programs and Services for Older Persons). You can take advantage of local parks.

Questions to Ask About Senior Community Transportation Services

Understanding the community transport options at the community you're considering is important. You can be sure to take advantage of the services that best meet your needs.

One key question is the pricing structure for transportation. With a-la carte pricing, community residents pay for individual services separately. All-inclusive pricing gives residents access to services as part of their monthly fee. A tiered model has different pricing levels depending on the level of care residents need.

Start Enjoying Senior Transportation Benefits

Senior community transportation services have many benefits for your quality of life. Access to convenient and reliable transportation supports good mental and physical health.

It helps you maintain social connections and stay active. You can access the off-site medical care you need. You avoid the need to drive or try to coordinate other transportation options.

At Addington Place of Shiloh, you can rely on our community transportation. Convenient scheduled transportation services will take you where you need to go safely.

Reach out to Addington Place of Shiloh to speak with a member of our staff about the benefits of our transportation options.