Wheels that Care
A Good Idea
Description
The Wheels that Care program is a volunteer-led program at Shepherd's Center Central that provides transportation for homebound and disabled older adults (aged 60 and older) in the Kansas City area to meet their appointment dates and times for needs such as doctor's visits, pharmaceutical pickups, and grocery store trips. This program allows older adults to remain independent and in the home, but with the ability to meet their appointments as well. Transportation is provided door-to-door by volunteers.
Goal / Mission
Shepherd's Center Central is a local leader in the regional effort to ensure that all people can age successfully with dignity, security, and respect.
Impact
The Wheels that Care program helped 77 older adults attend their necessary appointments and maintain their independence through 1,550 hours of travel time to and from participants' homes and their appointments.
Results / Accomplishments
In 2015, the Wheels that Care program served 77 clients with 1,550 hours of transportation.
About this Promising Practice
Organization(s)
Shepherd's Center of Kansas City Central
Primary Contact
Pamela Seymour
5200 Oak Street
Kansas City, MO 64112
816-444-1121
pseymour@sccentral.org
http://www.sccentral.org/
5200 Oak Street
Kansas City, MO 64112
816-444-1121
pseymour@sccentral.org
http://www.sccentral.org/
Topics
Community / Transportation
Health / Health Care Access & Quality
Health / Older Adults
Health / Health Care Access & Quality
Health / Older Adults
Organization(s)
Shepherd's Center of Kansas City Central
Date of implementation
2015
Location
Kansas City, MO
For more details
Target Audience
Adults, Older Adults
Submitted By
Andrea Hinton