Local & Long Distance Medical Transportation Options for Seniors

Senior citizens with medical issues are opting for professional medical transportation companies to travel long and short distances.

Seniors today have a wide choice when it comes to transportation options, be it local, national or international travel. They do not need to depend on family members to take them around. Have a look at the options available for them.

1. Multiple Options

Seniors who are barred from driving independently due to medical reasons can choose from a wide spectrum of public transit programs, volunteers groups and other senior citizens shuttle services.

2. Local Taxi Voucher Programs

This unique program allows seniors to use taxis at subsidized rates. The criterion varies from region to region and is calculated on the age, area of permanent residence, income and reason for travel. To find out if that particular area has this facility the senior citizen needs to get in through with the agency on aging.

3. Air Travel

Most airlines have specialized care instructions for seniors travelling by air. However they need to be informed well in time to make suitable arrangements of oxygen and other essential equipments. This is especially in the cases where the senior is suffering from emphysema and other serious life threatening diseases.

Most non-emergency transportation companies, during non ambulance travel allow family members to accompany the sick. Before opting for air travel it is advised to first check with the insurance company to ensure that it is covered.

·          People who need oxygen during transportation need to have a valid prescription with them. That  should include the authorization to carry batteries too. 

   Seniors who are critically ill should opt for an air ambulance with a medical attendant to take  monitor around the clock.

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