Run by volunteer drivers, our heavily-subsidised rural transport service is for isolated older people - many of whom live alone on lower incomes, with mobility issues &/or neurological conditions - & provides affordable & convenient access to healthcare & other appointments benefitting wellbeing.

Categories

  • Community Support & Development Community Support & Development
  • Health/Wellbeing Health/​Wellbeing
  • Beneficiaries

    • Older People Older People

    The problem of isolation, loneliness and financial hardship experienced by many older people in rural areas poorly served by public transport

    Our volunteer drivers provide a heavily subsidised transport service allowing older people on lower incomes - many of whom live alone with mobility issues &/or neurological conditions - to affordably attend healthcare appointments & social activities promoting health & wellbeing. Regardless of the duration of the appointment, the older person pays a fixed fee significantly cheaper than a taxi and is taken door-to-door by the volunteer who often provides additional support where required.

    Categories

  • Community Support & Development Community Support & Development
  • Health/Wellbeing Health/​Wellbeing
  • Beneficiaries

    • Older People Older People