- Approximately 75 percent of people over age 65 have a valid driver’s license, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- According to recent research, people age 70 to 75 have a life expectancy of at least 18 years. On average, they can expect to drive 11 of these years and depend on other transportation for the remainder of their lives.
- Adults age 65+ have the highest pedestrian death rate compared to any other age group, even children. The reason is that they are physically frail, which makes them more prone to a serious injury and makes their recovery more difficult, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation.
- While some Dial-A-Ride services also function as disability services (which have specific eligibility requirements), many Dial-a-Ride programs serve community residents regardless of health and disability status.
- Only 3 percent of the population uses public transportation, according to the National Personal Transportation Survey.
- Communities are not required to offer public transit, although funding is provided from the U.S. Department of Transportation and frequently matched by local governments.
- While 30 percent of the population resides in rural America, only 6 percent of the federal transportation dollars are allocated to rural communities, according to the Community Transit Association of America. Source: National Center on Senior Transportation
President at Blessings for Seniors Companion Care
Blessings! for Seniors Companion Care, is a top provider of home care services in Goodyear, Avondale, Buckeye, Glendale, Peoria, Litchfield Park, Sun City, Sun City West, Tolleson, Phoenix, Youngtown, Surprise and surrounding areas.
Blessings for Seniors makes it possible for older adults to enjoy the comforts of their own home for as long as possible. We offer a customized care plan that includes services such as; Hourly Senior Home Care, 24-Hour Home Care, Dementia Care, Personal Care and Companion Care. Also ask us about our Veterans’ Home Care program.
Blessings for Seniors makes it possible for older adults to enjoy the comforts of their own home for as long as possible. We offer a customized care plan that includes services such as; Hourly Senior Home Care, 24-Hour Home Care, Dementia Care, Personal Care and Companion Care. Also ask us about our Veterans’ Home Care program.
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