Cleveland is a bustling area with traveling resources to help seniors. With much research, I have compiled a list of those resources. See information about your suburb to find phone numbers.
Twinsburg – The city offers a free service for daily activities within a 5 miles radius and doctor’s appointments within a 10 miles radius. There are age requirements and applications. For more detail, go to https://www.mytwinsburg.com/DocumentCenter/View/8359/Senior-Van-Guidelines-2023?bidId=#:~:text=Transportation%20is%20provided%20for%20City%20of%20Twinsburg 20residents,disability.%20Applications%20can%20be%20obtained%20by%20calling%20330-963-8714.
Solon – Elderly transportation can be in-town or out-of-town. Solon Transportation Center can provide answers to all your questions. Visit this link for more information https://www.solonohio.org/1149/Community-Living-Services
Hudson - Hudson has SCAT or Metro which is a shared ride service for those over 62. Please refer to the last page of this guide to find more information about transportation. https://www.hudson.oh.us/DocumentCenter/View/1738/Senior-Services-Directory?bidId=
Stow – Stow, Ohio has scheduled bus trips. These are more for leisure and there is a charge. But contact the city for daily transportation needs. https://stowohio.org/335/Community-Bus-Trips
Beachwood – This city offers free wheelchair lifts with their transportation. Rides can be used for medical appointments, grocery shopping, social events, and more. Visit this website to contact the city. https://www.beachwoodohio.com/653/Senior-Transportation
Or call 216-292-1971 to register.
Shaker Heights – This suburb offers a donation-based transportation system. There are group shopping trips on Thursdays and Fridays which would be a great opportunity to socialize as well. For more information, contact the city at https://shakerheightsoh.gov/365/Transportation-Services-for-Adults-60
Brightstar Care of Hudson/ Solon is a service-oriented company, and we connect where these services leave off. For example, these services are wonderful, but we can assist you in the car or bus if needed. We can also be waiting for you when you get back to take care of your needs at home.