As the aging population continues to grow, across the nation and here in Dutchess County (NY), having safe and accessible transportation is an important concern for seniors. Last year, to help address this concern, the Dutchess County Office for the Aging (OFA) launched a new transit solution, offered through GoGo Technologies, to help older adults get to non-emergency medical appointment with free on-demand rides. The program was an instant success and will now expand to serve even more seniors in 2024 with a $25,000 grant from the Field Hall Foundation, as well as support from the New York State Office for the Aging.
OFA’s partnership with GoGo Technologies – known colloquially as “GoGo Grandparent” – provides a convenient and accessible transportation option for seniors, allowing them to attend medical appointments. It is available to Dutchess County older adults who do not have transportation to and from non-emergency appointments or outpatient procedures after which driving is not recommended. Launched in May 2023, more than 150 seniors have registered for the program and to date, and over 530 trips to medical appointments have been provided.
Have more mobility news that we should be reading and sharing? Let us know! Reach out to Sage Kashner (kashner@ctaa.org).
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