With the aging of the population, more and more elderly persons are deciding (often with encouragement from their families) to give up the car keys. But they still need to get around.
As is often the case when a need arises, nonprofit organizations are stepping up to serve.
Ride assistance programs follow a number of different models. In most, volunteers drive their personal vehicles to transport clients to their appointments, shopping destinations, etc. In some (but not all) programs, volunteers are reimbursed for their expenses. Some programs charge clients for each ride while some charge a monthly fee. Still others do not charge—but make sure clients know how to make contributions to the organization if they choose. In some organizations, paid employees are responsible for all or part of the driving.
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