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Northeast Senior Services, Inc. : RIDES Volunteer Senior Transportation
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Please make sure to contact Northeast Senior Services, Inc. : RIDES Volunteer Senior Transportation to confirm details of their transportation services.

Provides rides for only the following purposes: necessary errands, medical appointments, grocery shopping, or social or recreational purposes. Also, you must meet at least one of these criteria: you are 60+ years old. No membership is required.

RIDES Volunteer Senior Transportation is a versatile transportation program designed to assist older adults with their mobility needs. This program offers non-emergency medical transportation services through taxis and public transit, ensuring that older adults have a reliable means of getting to essential appointments and running errands. The program allows for flexible scheduling, with riders able to book rides in advance, including on-demand options. Participants in the RIDES program have various payment options available to them, ranging from insurance coverage, vouchers, and donations to Medicaid payments and credit card transactions. The suggested donation for a round trip is $10, but the program operates on a no one turned away basis for those facing financial constraints. Riders can also benefit from additional services such as assistance with packages, the inclusion of service animals, and the option for a driver to wait during errands or appointments. Overall, RIDES Volunteer Senior Transportation is a reliable, affordable, and inclusive transportation service that caters to the diverse needs of older adults, providing them with safe and convenient travel options that enhance their independence and quality of life.


Service Area

Services available throughout Northeast Minneapolis, Columbia Heights, Saint Anthony Village, and New Brighton.


Contact Northeast Senior Services, Inc. : RIDES Volunteer Senior Transportation

2580 Kenzie Terrace Suite 2A
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 781-5096
https://neseniors.org/

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