Transportation Services
Transportation services:
At Memories+ Home Healthcare, we understand that getting around can sometimes be one of the biggest challenges as people age or face mobility concerns. When driving is no longer safe or possible, everyday tasks—whether travelling to a medical appointment, visiting loved ones, shopping for essentials, or simply enjoying a social outing—can feel overwhelming.
That’s where we come in. Our transportation services are designed to keep you connected to your community, ensuring you never have to sacrifice independence or peace of mind. Every ride is tailored to your needs: safe, reliable, and supported by caregivers who treat you with compassion and respect.
Transportation with Memories+ goes beyond the basics of a ride—it’s about dignity, comfort, and companionship on the journey.
Our Comprehensive Transportation Services
Personalized Transportation Plans
Just as every individual’s care journey is unique, so too are their transportation needs. At Memories+, we take the time to understand your schedule, mobility challenges, medical requirements, and personal preferences. From there, our case managers develop a tailored plan that ensures reliable transportation without stress or confusion.
Caregiver-Driven Services
Unlike traditional taxi or Uber services, our caregivers are trained professionals who do more than just drive. They help clients into and out of the vehicle, manage mobility aids like walkers or wheelchairs, accompany you to appointments, carry groceries, and provide companionship throughout the outing.
Door-to-Door Assistance
Our caregivers meet you at your home, assist with getting ready, accompany you to the vehicle, and remain with you until you’re safely inside your destination. If needed, they will wait during your appointment or help you with shopping tasks. This ensures you’re never left alone in uncertain situations.
Accessible Transportation Options
For individuals with mobility challenges, wheelchair-accessible and walker-friendly options are available. Our team collaborates with local providers to ensure vehicles are suited to your needs. This includes extra time for boarding, securing mobility aids, and ensuring safe travel conditions.
Flexible Scheduling
Whether you need a one-time ride, weekly trips to dialysis or therapy, or ongoing support for regular errands, our transportation services are designed to fit your life. Last-minute appointments? Planned outings? We do our best to adapt to your schedule.
Support for Medical Appointments
Healthcare visits are among the most common reasons clients seek transportation. Our caregivers don’t just drop you off—they can accompany you inside, assist with paperwork, wait during the appointment, and relay important information back to family members if desired.
How We Compare to Other Providers
In developing our transportation program, we’ve drawn inspiration from some of Canada’s most respected home-care and senior-support providers.
- VON Canada: Offers volunteer-based rides for healthcare appointments and errands, with special focus on accessibility.
- CHATS Community Support: Provides transportation with added support for rural and suburban clients, including help with groceries and mobility aids.
- SPRINT Senior Care (Toronto Ride): Focused on assisted rides for older adults who cannot use public transit or Wheel-Trans.
Memories+ brings these proven approaches together—ensuring transportation is not only safe and reliable, but deeply personal, compassionate, and fully integrated into your home-care plan.
Why Transportation Matters
Maintaining Independence
Transportation is more than convenience—it’s a key factor in maintaining independence. With reliable rides, seniors can continue living at home, attend events, and stay engaged in community life.
Preventing Isolation
Social isolation is a real concern for older adults. Without transportation, many feel cut off from loved ones and meaningful activities. Our services create opportunities for connection—whether visiting friends, attending religious services, or joining recreational programs.
Enhancing Safety
Caregiver-driven transportation reduces the risks associated with taxis or public transit for individuals with mobility, cognitive, or health challenges. Clients travel with someone they trust, ensuring safety from start to finish.
Supporting Families
For families balancing work, caregiving, and other responsibilities, transportation services bring peace of mind. Loved ones can rest assured knowing their parent or family member is in safe, reliable hands.
Key Benefits of Our Transportation Services
- Holistic, Person-Centred Care
Every ride reflects the same dignity and respect we bring to in-home healthcare. Transportation is not separate from care—it’s part of your complete well-being. - Continuity and Coordination
Transportation is integrated into your care plan. Our case managers align rides with appointments, therapies, and family schedules, ensuring no gaps. - Improved Health Outcomes
Reliable transportation means fewer missed medical visits and better adherence to treatment plans. Clients experience improved health and greater independence. - Companionship and Emotional Support
Our caregivers provide conversation and reassurance during trips—turning travel into a meaningful experience rather than a stressful chore.
Safe, Reliable, and Flexible
Our services adapt to your changing needs, offering options for both planned outings and last-minute requests.
Essential Qualities of Our Transportation Team
To excel, our caregivers combine:
- Compassion and Patience: Ensuring clients feel respected, supported, and understood.
- Safe Driving Credentials: Every caregiver is screened for safe driving history and trained in senior care.
- Mobility Support Expertise: Skilled in helping clients with walkers, wheelchairs, and other aids.
- Knowledge of Local Communities: Familiarity with Newmarket and surrounding areas for efficient, safe travel.
Strong Communication Skills: Keeping families informed and ensuring clients are comfortable throughout the journey.
Contact Us
Reach out to us today—our warm-hearted team is standing by to explore how our Transportation Services can bring peace of mind, independence, and meaningful support to your home.
Phone
Open Hours
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Address
291 Davis Drive, Unit 9, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2N6