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Senior Transportation Options

Donna Nichols • November 17, 2020

How do I Find Senior Transportation?

Oh no, I have a doctor’s appointment, but can’t drive anymore and all my family work, how will I get to my doctor’s office?

Don’t worry, there is help out there!!

Most counties offer public transportation for seniors, you do have to register with the county office.

Best Senior Transportation Options here in Florida

Here in Volusia County, Florida it is through Votran and called the Votran Gold program . You can find out more information about this program by visiting votran.org or calling 386-322-5100.

Whether you’re living independently or in an assisted living facility, there are requirements that must be met and you can find them all on their website.

Senior Transportation Options

GoGoGrandparent is another way to get around town.

They utilize Uber or Lyft vehicles and are available in all 50 states and Canada.

They have many services other than giving you a ride, they can have groceries or food delivered to your home, and you can call and schedule medication management and reminders with them .

The number for GoGoGrandparent is 1-855-464-6872.

You can also check out their website at gogograndparent.com to view more information and check out frequently asked questions.

Uber and Lyft may have had some bad reps in the past, but they are a safe and reliable way to get around.

You do need a computer and cell phone that receives and sends texts. They will send you updates as to how close your driver is to your location and a picture with the name of your driver.

This is a safety procedure they implemented to ensure people feel safer using their company.

You can also check with your local aging agenc y, here in Volusia County it is the Council on Aging and their phone number is 386-253-4700.

You can also visit their website at coavolusia.org.

They offer many different programs from meals on wheels to guardianship services. The council on aging will come to your home and install grab bars or change outlet cover plates .

They have staff who can assist in bathing and dressing. There are many services the council on aging offer, please reach out to them for anything you or your loved one may need.

I found a website titled, Department of Elder Affairs, State of Florida. From there I went to programs and services and clicked on transportation.

Florida Department of Elder Affairs

There I found findarideflorida.org where you fill out a short form and it lists all the transportation options that are filed with the State of Florida and meet your criteria.

I never knew there was anything like this out there, it’s a very cool site.

Also on that website is a section named Safe Mobility for Life. If you click on it, there are many informational links. Under the Aging Road User link are other links to sites as driver wellness, driver skills, help on the road, and many others. This is an extremely helpful website and very informative.

This website, elderaffairs.state.fl.us is a wonderful site and I’m sure many people can benefit from the information. Seniors, as well as caregivers and family members, are able to find the information to the many questions and/or concerns they may have.

As you can see, there are many options for senior transportation in Florida should you find yourself or your loved one unable to drive anymore.

Please reach out to any of the above programs to schedule your ride and leave the worry behind you.

If you need help or encouragement as a Caregiver give us a call at  386-847-2322  or check out our  Caregiver Support Group. Our  Senior Advisors  are here to walk with you through this journey.

Make Valentine’s Day Special for Seniors

By Donna Nichols • February 5, 2025
Valentine’s Day tends to zero in on romantic love, but what about our seniors? They too often get forgotten. We have some ways to make Valentine’s Day special for them too. Spend the day with your loved one. Spending quality time with a loved one is more important to a senior than anything else. There is no greater gift than time and please make sure you have enough, so you are not rushed. Do your elderly loved one have a favorite meal? Perhaps you can prepare it for them, or if they are able, you can prepare it together. How fun would that be for you both? Be sure to discuss the enjoyment it brought you while you are sharing the meal together. How about a game of name that love song? You could prepare a playlist of love songs from the generation and play them to see how many they get correct. Or, if you can sing, you can sing some for them and see if they can recollect them. Take some time for reminiscing, go through old photo albums, or ask about old times. Ask them about when you were young and what trouble you caused; this will give you all something to laugh (or cry) about. Has your loved one been cooped up all winter? Take them out for a nice lunch, or weather permitting, a picnic in the park. Go for coffee and a donut, then head out to see a movie. Make a “date” of it. Maybe your senior is into crafts. You can design special Valentine’s Day cards for other family members. This way your senior can express their love for them and send it to them in their own unique way. You can create other greeting cards as well. Bake some special treats together. Does your senior have some favorite cookies or cake? You could bake it together, or you can bake it for them. Then you can enjoy it after you have the meal you prepared together. Yummy, delicious!! You can watch some romantic movies together if they prefer to stay in the house or the weather isn’t so good. If they like to color, you can buy them some of those large coloring books and you can color together. Don’t forget the decorations and the flowers! Make the house or apartment as festive as possible. Even if they live in as assisted living community, you can still decorate their room to the nines! Make it as festive as possible! If you live in another state or can’t be close to your senior for Valentine’s Day, how about sending them a specially crafted care package. You can hand make some gifts, add some photos of family and friends, and send a personally recorded message. You can bake some homemade treats and incorporate some things that are of personal interest to them. This will show how much you care for them and make their Valentine’s Day extra special even if you can’t be with them.  There are so many ways to make Valentine’s Day special for seniors. Let’s not forget about them; make sure to show them they are so loved too!

February is National Heart Month

By Donna Nichols • February 4, 2025
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Hydration Tips for the Winter

By Donna Nichols • January 8, 2025
I’ve written many blogs about the importance of staying hydrated in the summer, but did you know it’s just as important to stay hydrated in the winter months? I’ve shared some important tips on how to stay hydrated in the winter and why. Cold, dry air can dehydrate you easily and quickly. Even if you don’t feel thirsty. Proper hydration can help regulate your body temperature, maintain healthy organ function, and prevent fatigue, dry skin, and headaches. In the colder months, you do not feel thirsty, that’s why it’s so important to make sure you drink plenty of water. Why is winter hydration so important? Colder air tends to be drier causing moisture to evaporate through your breathing which can cause dehydration. In colder weather, you may not feel as thirsty, causing you to become dehydrated quickly. Also, wearing more clothing traps sweat inside your clothing causing more fluid loss. What are some of the benefits of staying hydrated in the winter? • Drinking enough water helps keep your skin hydrated and prevents dryness. This will help with that dry, itchy skin feeling we all get in the winter. • Water helps your body maintain a regular core temperature. Which is so important to maintain in the winter. • Drinking plenty of water supports your immune system, which helps fight off winter colds and the flu. We all want to fight those germs off! • When you are dehydrated, you become tired easily, so drinking plenty of water helps keep your energy levels up. How do you stay hydrated in the winter? • Make sure you drink plenty of water. Set reminders if you must; you probably won’t feel as thirsty in the winter, but you need to keep drinking that water! • You don’t have to drink cold water; room temperature water works. You can also drink tea or water with lemon, as long as you’re getting your water. • If you’re going out, carry a water bottle with you to ensure you have water to drink. • Eat fruits and vegetables that contain water. Tomatoes, lettuce, strawberries, watermelon, cauliflower, mushrooms, cucumber, apples, and pineapple are just a few that contain high water contents. • If you think you’re dehydrated, check your urine; if it’s a darker color, that can suggest dehydration. Urine should be a pale, yellow color. As you can see, staying hydrated in the winter is just as important as staying hydrated in the summer, if not more. In the winter you don’t realize you are thirsty therefore you tend not to drink as much water as you should. This has the potential of wreaking havoc on your body. Please make sure you drink plenty of water in the wintertime as you do in the summertime. We have rebranded our company, we are now Assisted Senior Services! Call us for ANYTHING SENIOR!! 386-847-2322!
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