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Create AccountPlease make sure to contact Heart of the Valley Services for Seniors: Escorted Transportation to confirm details of their transportation services.
Provides rides for any purpose, as long as you meet one of the following criteria: you are 65+ years old.
Escorted Transportation is a flexible and reliable non-emergency medical transportation program designed to cater to the unique needs of older adults. This program offers convenient transportation via taxi, ensuring that older adults can reach their medical appointments, run errands, or attend social engagements with ease. It operates as a public transit service that allows riders to schedule their trips in advance, whether it's just a day or multiple days ahead.
One of the key features of the Escorted Transportation program is its diverse payment options, including insurance, vouchers, coupons, donations, and even Medicaid payments. Riders can choose to pay a membership fee, a flat fee, or opt for a free-of-charge service, depending on their preferences and circumstances. The program also accepts various forms of payment like cash, checks, credit cards, and even pre-payments for added convenience.
Additionally, Escorted Transportation ensures a comfortable and safe journey for older adults by offering private rides in cars or vans, adhering to fixed routes for predictability, and providing door-to-door or curb-to-curb transportation services. Riders can also benefit from shared rides or on-demand scheduling, allowing for flexibility in their travel plans. Moreover, the program welcomes service animals and can assist passengers with their packages or bags, making each trip a seamless and pleasant experience for older adults.
Service Area
Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, and the West San Jose zip codes 95117, 95125, 95126, 95128, 95129 and 95130. There is no service in Mountain View.
Contact Heart of the Valley Services for Seniors: Escorted Transportation
PO Box 418
Santa Clara, CA 95052
(408) 241-1571
http://servicesforseniors.org/
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