One of the best transportation options for seniors
is Neighborly Care Network, Inc. Neighborly Care Network provides transportation
for seniors who have no transportation or are unable to drive due to
physical disabilities. The service is designed to help keep seniors
in their homes who are in danger of being institutionalized. Transportation
is available for:
- Doctor’s appointments
- Shopping
- Group Activities (at a cost)
- Senior Dining Facilities
- Adult Day Care Facilities
Neighborly Care Network provides rides with no set fees, but clients
are encouraged to contribute to the full cost of the service. Participants
must be 60 years or older and residents of Pinellas County. Drivers
are trained to handle special needs passengers including those who are
visually or hearing impaired, or those who use canes, walkers, or wheelchairs.
Drivers are also trained in basic CPR, in case of emergency. Neighborly
Senior Services is available for pickup from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Friday
(other days can be arranged for a fee), excluding Holidays. Reservations
must be made 7 days in advance. Contact information for Neighborly Senior
Services:
For rates and scheduling call (727) 571-4384
To make a donation or volunteer as a driver call (727) 573-9444
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