Transportation Programs for Older Adults in Rural Areas
Author Information
Author(s): Bayne Alycia, Siegfried Alexa, Chitwood Skyla, Valdivia Nathaly
Primary Institution: NORC at the University of Chicago
Hypothesis
Transportation is a significant challenge for older adults in rural areas who need alternative forms of transportation.
Conclusion
The Rural Transportation Toolkit provides promising program models to improve transportation access for older adults in rural communities.
Supporting Evidence
- Most older adults in rural areas rely on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Transportation barriers affect older adults’ health, mobility, independence, and quality of life.
- The toolkit includes 15 promising program models to increase access to transportation.
Takeaway
Older people in the countryside often have trouble getting around, but a new toolkit offers ideas to help them find rides.
Methodology
An environmental scan was conducted to identify programs and resources, and interviews were held with representatives from rural transportation programs and experts.
Participant Demographics
Older adults (age 65+) living in rural areas.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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