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PCOA assumes no responsibility by providing this information. This list is a community service and not an endorsement of any organization listed. We update information annually, however information could change over the course of a year. Please verify directly with the resource.
Transportation
Various programs offer different forms of transportation and often require advanced notice for a ride. Volunteer transportation groups typically provide rides that are customized to the passenger. Transportation for people with disabilities use door-to-door service by utilizing mini-buses or vans. To learn more about ADA transportation resources, call (520) 791-5409. Public transportation has reduced fare/rates for older adults and people who are low-income.
See the glossary for descriptions of all categories
TSA Cares
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Airport Security & Caregiving Issues
(855) 787-2227 | 7-1-1
http://tsa.gov/travel/passenger-supportdescription
TSA Cares is a helpline that provides travelers with disabilities, medical conditions, and other particular circumstances additional assistance during the security screening process. Call 72-hours before traveling with questions about screening policies, procedures, and what to expect at the security checkpoint. Travelers requiring special accommodations or concerned about the security screening process at the airport may ask a TSA officer or supervisor for a passenger support specialist who can provide on-the-spot assistance. If you are a caregiver who anticipates having to fly with a care recipient who has dementia, severe hearing loss, aphasia, behavioral problems, or any other issue that may disrupt the screening process, call TSA Cares to make arrangements for individual assistance.
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM, S - Su 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tucson Estates Neighbors Helping Neighbors
description
Serving older adults who reside in the Tucson Estates Community which is east of Kinney Road and west of Sarasota Boulevard.
Services offered:
Transportation
Errands
Meal Preparation
Friendly Visit
Friendly Phone Call
Caregiver Relief
Light Yard Work
Light Home Maintenance
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - S 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tucson Stagecoach
description
Tucson Stagecoach provides door-to-door shuttle service to and from the Tucson International Airport. Please visit our website to schedule your ride to the Tucson Airport.
service area
Tucson
costs
Vary, please call for details.
Uber
description
Uber is a public transportation company. Their services can only be accessed through the Uber phone app or online. Go to the Uber website to sign up.
business hours
24/7
costs
Fares vary per ride
Valley Assistance Services, Inc.
3950 S. Camino del Heroe
Green Valley, AZ 85614
(520) 625-5966
Fax: (520) 625-1261Email: info@valleyassistanceservices.org
http://valleyassistanceservices.org/tubac-regional-santa-cruz-county
description
Valley Assistance Services provides multiple community health and social services programs, which include:
- Going Home with Care, a post-hospital discharge program
- A Touch That Cares (R), RN Medical Advocacy for seniors
- SHiM (R), (Safety and Health in Motion), a fall prevention program
- Neighbors Helping Neighbors in Green Valley/Sahuarita and Tubac Regional Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a transportation and socialization program
- MAP (Map-a-Plan), a rent and utility assistance program
- Workforce Training/Career Path Building and Computer Lab
- Neighbors AIM (Awareness in Memory Loss), classes, and peer-support groups
- connect with, friendly phone calls to seniors
- SASS (Social and Support for Seniors), peer-group socialization
- SNAP (food stamps) application
See separate Resource listings for detailed information.
service area
Amado,Arivaca,Green Valley,Sahuarita
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
costs
All programs are free except for A Touch That Cares(R) concierge care management, a fee-based program.
Wheelers Accessible Van Rentals
(623) 776-8830
Fax: (623) 900-2708description
Wheelchair Accessible Van Rentals by the day, week, month, or longer. Wheelchair vans are available in many states throughout the United States. Call our Reservations Center at 800-456-1371 or go online and make your reservation online at: http://www.wheelersvanrentals.com.
business hours
M - F 7:00 AM - 6700 PM
costs
Please call for pricing details.