Transportation is often a major obstacle for older
people as they lose their ability to drive safely. Lack of transportation can make
it difficult to obtain proper medical care, and can increase an older person's isolation
from the surrounding community.
The RIDE Program, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority
(RIPTA) and many local communities offer some options.
RIDE
The RIDE Program offers transportation services to people age 60 or older and
to disabled people under age 60 who are receiving public assistance. for doctor
appointments, adult day care, meal sites and other medical treatments. Two to Four weeks
notice is needed.
Tel: 401-461-9760 or 1-800-479-6902
Below is a list of communities that offer additional transportations for
their elderly residents.
Barrington
247-1926
Burrillville
568-4440
Central Falls
724-6021
Coventry
822-9175
Cranston
943-3341
East Greenwich 886-8669
Glocester
568-2533
Lincoln
723-3270
Narragansett
782-0675
NorthKingstown 295-0666
North Smithfield 765-3535
Pawtucket
725-8279
Scituate
647-3160
Smithfield
949-0666
SouthKingstown 783-8736
Warren
245-8140
Warwick
463-3474
