Continued mobility

Mobility is important to your health. Mobility helps you:

  • Stay connected to family and friends
  • Socialize
  • Interact with your community
  • Conduct errands
  • Attend appointments
  • Stay active

To keep mobile after you stop driving you can look at your needs and options.

Ask yourself:

  • Where do I want to go?
  • How often do I need rides?
  • At what time(s) do I need rides?
  • How much do I have to pay for transportation?

Then look at your options:

Family and friends

You may know people who can help you get from place to place. This could be a very convenient way for you to get around.

Public transportation

Is there a bus stop near your home? There’s a seniors’ fare discount for those 65 and older and a bus pass program for low-income seniors. Many buses are now wheelchair accessible. Find out what’s available in your community.

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HandyDART

Persons with physical or cognitive disabilities who are unable to use public transit without assistance are eligible to use HandyDART.

Taxis

Convenient, but expensive. However, if you have a BC Transit handyPass or TransLink handyCard, the taxi-saver program provides a 50 % subsidy.

Private transportation services

Private transportation companies are available in some communities. These services are very convenient but more expensive than other options.
To find out if these private services exist in your community:

Walking

Walking is a great way for you to stay fit and healthy. If you live close to shopping, appointments, and other places walking might be a good option for you.

Community/Senior’s Centres

Many senior centres have volunteer driving services. Some centres have planned outings with transportation included. Find out if there’s a senior centre near you

Your own car

Just because you stop driving does not mean you can’t keep your car. If you keep your car others can use it to drive you around. If you have a disability, you may be eligible for a special parking permit for people with disabilities.

Deliveries

Some stores will deliver to you. The service is sometimes free or offered for a small fee.

Other alternatives

Other options exist in some communities. These include volunteer services to drive you to and from medical appointments. To find out if there are services like this in your community ask at your local community centre or community services.

For more information on transportation available to seniors:


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