Just because we age doesn’t mean life has to slow down.
Older adults have hobbies, friends, and social activities that they love as well as errands that keep life running smoothly.
Senior transportation services can ensure that you or a loved one gets door-to-door safely.
Transportation Services for Older Adults at Heavenly Care
Trips to the Grocery Store
At Heavenly Care, we recognize the importance of accessing groceries. Having food that your loved one likes and wants to eat is one of life’s great pleasures! We provide assistance with trips to the grocery store, ensuring that older adults gets the necessary food and supplies to maintain a healthy and balanced diet.
Our caregivers can assist with navigating the store, carrying groceries, and returning your loved one safely to their residence.
Running Errands
Our senior transportation services include assistance with running all kinds of errands. This can include visits to the pharmacy to pick up medications, trips to the bank, post office, or any other essential errands.
Having reliable transportation for your aging loved one ensures that they can stay active, accomplishing their day-to-day tasks even after they aren’t able to drive themselves.
Doctor Appointments
Often, older adults require regular medical check-ups, specialist visits, therapy sessions, and other non-emergency medical appointments, but many skip these appointments because of the travel.
Our senior transportation caregivers offer easy, reliable and safe transportation to and from these appointments, ensuring that seniors can access the healthcare services they need to maintain their well-being.
Family and Social Engagements
Maintaining social connections is so important for all of us. Heavenly Care provides transportation to social events, gatherings, and community activities. Whether it’s attending social clubs, religious services, family gatherings, or cultural events, our services enable older adults to stay engaged, combat isolation, and continue participating in their communities.
Reliable senior transportation services allow your loved one to enjoy their lives without the stress of taking public transportation, or the tedium of having to ask family and friends.
Travel Companion
Our wanderlust doesn’t necessarily fade just because we age! Our caregivers offer travel companionship for older adults who wish to take longer trips or visit out-of-town family and friends.
We provide assistance, support, and companionship throughout the journey, ensuring that seniors can travel comfortably and safely, helping with logistics, managing luggage, and providing a reassuring presence throughout the trip
Reliable, Safe Transportation for Older Adults
Whether you are a family caregiver who needs help a few times a week to transport your loved one to doctor’s appointments and other errands or you’re a senior citizen looking for assistance getting where you need to go, it is our honor to serve you.
Helping Maintain Independence Through Companion Care in Austin, Texas
Frequently Asked Questions About Senior Transportation Services
Common questions our Austin-area agency is asked about transportation services for older adults.
When Should My Loved One Stop Driving?
When an older adult should stop driving depends on a number of factors, including their physical and cognitive health, driving abilities, and overall safety on the road. While each individual is unique, there are some significant signs that it is time to stop driving:
- A decline in physical health: If your aging loved one has experienced a significant decline in physical health, such as decreased mobility, weakened vision, or slower reaction times, it can impact their ability to drive safely, such as staying within lanes, maintaining proper speed, using turn signals, or reacting appropriately to traffic signs
I Can’t Get My Aging Parent to Surrender Their License. What Can I Do?
Encouraging an aging parent to surrender their driver’s license can be a sensitive topic. For many, giving up their driver license is a sign of a loss of independence or autonomy, and some older adults will refuse to give up driving even when they have increasing problems behind the wheel.
To have the discussion with your aging parent about giving up their license, start by having an open and honest conversation about your concerns for their safety and the safety of others on the road. Present objective information about older driver safety and potential age-related declines in driving abilities. Involving their doctor can provide an expert opinion and evaluation of their health and driving capabilities.
Offer alternative transportation options as a solution, such as senior transport services so that they can still maintain their mobility and quality of life.
If the Department of Transportation hasn’t placed any restrictions on your aging parent’s license, the decision to surrender the license ultimately lies with your parents. Remember that it may take time for them to come to terms with the decision, so approach the situation with patience and understanding.
What are the Safest Transportation Programs For Older Adults?
Transportation options such as public transit, Lyft, Uber, and other ride-sharing services, or even volunteer drivers might be low cost, but can be high-risk for older adults. The safest, most reliable transport option for older adults is a service that is specifically designed for seniors.
Does Heavenly Care Conduct Driving Record or Background Checks?
Absolutely. Our senior transportation caregivers must pass a multi-point background check–even more extensive than is required by state law. The safety of our clients is of utmost importance so only caregivers with additional clearance can provide transportation.
