They also serve as a clearinghouse for information. Adult day centers . There are facilities called adult day care or adult day health care programs for people who are either physically or mentally incapable of independent living and need a supervised environment during the day. Transportation Transportation services. Frequently listed in the telephone directory under names such as Dial A Ride, transportation may be available for specific reasons such as medical appointments and treatments, grocery shopping, nutrition site programs, and other necessary travel.
Some programs have buses or vans equipped with lifts or ramps for wheelchairs.
In some communities, volunteers use their private vehicles to transport elders to and from their destinations. Transportation services usually must be scheduled in advance. Utility Bill Payment Automatic payment plans. If you are concerned about your family member paying monthly utility bills, contact the utility company about automatic bank payments to the utility company. Some utility companies also offer third party notification services and will alert the identified contact person if bills are not paid promptly or at least prior to discontinuing services.