Free curb-to-curb rides are now available for low-income seniors living in 40 local ZIP codes.
"Seniors -- particularly those on a fixed income -- are often overlooked as one of our region's most vulnerable groups," said Michael Hopkins, CEO of Jewish Family Service."That is why JFS is dedicated to helping older adults remain independent and engaged members of our community.Sign up for NBC San Diego newsletters.
According to the nonprofit, for low-income seniors -- which comprise 26% of San Diego's older adult population -- limited access to affordable transportation results in social isolation and adverse health outcomes. To qualify for the program, participants must be at least 60 years of age, have the ability to transfer in and out of a car on their own, and have a household income at or below 30% of the San Diego County Area Median Income.
Participants also must live in one of the following ZIP codes: 91901, 91910, 91911, 91915, 91916, 91945, 91950, 91977, 92004, 92020, 92027, 92058, 92070, 92081, 92083, 92084, 92102, 92105, 92110, 92113, 92114, 92139, 92154, 92173, 91905, 91906, 91917, 91934, 91935, 91948, 91962, 91963, 91980, 92055, 92060, 92066, 92086, 92259, 92536 or 92672.
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