When you need a ride to an appointment plus a hand getting in, out, and through the door, that's what assistance to appointments covers. Our caregivers provide transportation at scheduled times along with mobility support to, from, and during the appointment. Transport wheelchairs work fine, but we can't accommodate regular wheelchairs or stretchers. For other options, see our Island Transportation Directory.
What the caregiver helps with
The support covers the full trip. A caregiver will help you move from the home to the vehicle and back, and from the vehicle to the appointment location and back. They can set up and assist with transport wheelchairs and walkers, and perform stand-and-pivot transfers between the vehicle and a wheelchair in either direction.
Mobility requirements
Clients need to be able to get in and out of vehicles with minimal assistance. Caregivers cannot lift or weight-bear for clients during mobilization and transfers. If you can stand and reposition yourself while seated, a caregiver can assist with stand-and-pivot transfers between the vehicle and a wheelchair. If you can't, this service isn't the right fit, and you'll want to look at specialized medical transport instead.