Transportation Information and Support for Seniors in the West Kootenay

• Information for seniors about transportation options
• Trip planning, including transit schedule information and problem solving
• Information and support to register for programs and subsidies
• Life after driving assessments, support and information
• Presentations to seniors’ groups and service providers
• Transit orientations/outings with seniors, including escorted day trips

Volunteer Driver Program – Increasing Mobility While Decreasing Isolation

• Customized, low-cost transportation option for seniors in the West Kootenay, including rural areas
• Medical and non-medical rides and/or deliveries 7 days/week
• Rides and deliveries must be booked in advance, Monday to Thursday through Kootenay Seniors
• Priority given to passengers needing medical transportation
• Delivery of groceries, prescriptions and other essentials

We are always looking for volunteer drivers with 3 years minimum driving experience and access to a clean, reliable vehicle. Criminal record check and drivers abstract will be done at no cost to you. We provide gas reimbursement to our drivers.

Call: 250.352.2708 or click EMAIL US to send an email!

Interesting Reading

Click on the links below for articles regarding transportation in the community

• Seniors Advocate calls for new program to help with seniors transportation and makes several recommendations to improve existing programs.
• Bracing for the Baby Boomers: Projecting the impact on existing service.
• Transportation Solutions for Rural Seniors
• Moving Together Project Report

News about Seniors Transportation