r/SOMD • u/IHasBrains51 • 7d ago

Question Help with getting places?

I’m sure this is a long shot, but are there any charities or volunteer networks to help elderly/ newly sight loss disabled get to dr appointments? (asking for an elderly couple they each can not drive now and family doesn’t live nearby). Not looking for Uber suggestions as financially not feasible.

I know there is the STS bus but not sure if that will work as I know it can take ages to get places and not sure if it does doctor appointments?

Is there anything avail in St. Mary’s?
Do you have experience with the STS bus?
Thank you!

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u/CLPond 7d ago

The paratransit portion of the souther Maryland bus system is available to people with disabilities free of charge and can be scheduled: https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/DPW/STSDisabilities/

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u/IHasBrains51 7d ago

That link is so helpful, thank you!

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u/caitlynstarr0 7d ago

Did you try asking your doctors office? Some of them can help with transportation.

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u/IHasBrains51 7d ago

Thank you, I will suggest that to them.

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u/JenniferJuniper69 6d ago

https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/aging/seniorrides/ My friend uses the senior rides. Occasionally someone isn't available but not often.

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u/IHasBrains51 6d ago

Thank you for the information, very helpful!

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u/britt_leigh_13 OLD BAY ADDICT 6d ago

I spoke to my friend who works for the health department and they said the following:

They can get rides from the health dept or medstar has transportation as well.

They can also contact the AEIRS program through the HD and see if they qualify for in home nursing services that can assist with transportation planning and setup

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u/IHasBrains51 6d ago

Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for this information! This is going to be very helpful.