• Spring pilot will test volunteer driver program
• Program aims to help those ages 50 and older who have transportation barriers

Salem, Ore. – Center 50+ is launching a new volunteer-based transportation pilot project to benefit residents ages 50 and older.

The program’s goal is to assist older adults who do not drive, have difficulty paying for or accessing public transportation, and may not have friends or family to help. Rides are provided free of charge to medical appointments, grocery shopping or other essential errands.

Volunteers will:

• Drive their own vehicles
• Provide unassisted door-to-door and door-through-door service
• Give time as they can, according to their schedules
• Receive free drive safety training that may yield discounts on their auto insurance

Center 50+ is recruiting a limited number of volunteer drivers and riders this spring to participate in this pilot program. Pilot participation will help evaluate the program, test systems, and develop best practices.

For more information, call 503-588-6303 or email Connect50plus@cityofsalem.net.