Although transportation systems may be operating well in particular areas, a unified transportation system will address several long-term problems facing DHR and its clients. As more Georgians live longer, transportation for the elderly will become a growing concern. More welfare recipients will be looking for jobs, and many do not have a way to get to work.
Rural areas have little or no transportation services available.
At the same time, DHR has enough funding to replace only 1 percent of its fleet of vehicles each year. Soon, older vans that break down will not be able to be replaced. DHR must use its transportation services wisely and look to other resources to transport a growing number of clients. Each DHR division has set eligibility guidelines for transportation services and will determine eligibility. Clients who are eligible can use the transportation system to help them become self-sufficient.