For those with reduced mobility or ability to drive, medical or handicapped transportation services can be crucial for getting to appointments and other aspects of daily life. Consider transportation assistance if you or a loved one needs help.

Who Should Use Handicapped Transportation Services?

1. Post-surgery Patients

Many minor surgical procedures are outpatient. If you’ve had anesthesia, it isn’t safe to drive. Medical transportation services can bring you home without inconveniencing a family member or friend. With door-to-door service, you’ll be assisted directly from the medical facility to your home.

2. Those Using Wheelchairs

Whether you or a loved one uses a wheelchair all the time or as the result of a temporary injury, handicapped transportation is a convenient and easy way to get around. Transport services have wheelchair-friendly vehicles and trained staff there to assist clients. Plus, it’s more handicap accessible than public transport and more comfortable and secure than a taxi or car service.

3. Specific Medical Conditions

Epilepsy, dementia, cataracts, or macular degeneration are all conditions that make driving unsafe or impossible. Handicapped transportation services can accommodate those with impaired vision or other health issues to go safely to and from appointments with none of the hassle of other transport. A specialized car service can help you stay independent instead of relying on family or friends to drive you around.

4. Adult Day Care

Adults with developmental disabilities can be transported safely and efficiently to day programs or care facilities. Many handicapped transportation services work with logistical scheduling companies as well as medicare/medicaid or other insurance. This allows pick-up and drop-off to be consistent, organized, and affordable, and frees family members or caretakers from driving.

If you need medical or handicapped transportation services, take a look at RERK Transport in Waipahu, HI. They have six vehicles that accommodate wheelchairs or stretchers. With only a three-hour notice, they can do pick-up for doctor visits or other appointments, shopping, or church. Their certified CPR and first-aid trained drivers use medically equipped vehicles to serve the Waipahu and Ewa Beach communities. Visit their website for more information or call (808) 671-7242 for a pick-up.