Senior Shuttles

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The Senior Shuttles
Created in 1997, Senior Shuttles now offers 14 van programs throughout King County.  We transport seniors to hot meal programs, medical appointments, senior centers, grocery stores, and other local destinations.  See below for a more detailed description of our van program.

The service provides seniors with an opportunity to socialize with other seniors and stay active within their communities. It gives our van drivers an overwhelming sense of satisfaction and a chance to form many special friendships.  There is no charge for rides, but donations are welcome.
 
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BECOME A SENIOR SHUTTLE RIDER!

Do you know a senior who needs a ride for local errands? Did you give up driving? Is taking the bus difficult? Are your children missing work to help you with your transportation needs? The Senior Shuttles might be able to help!

Are you...
A senior or registered with Metro's Access Program?
A resident of King County?
   
Ride the Senior Shuttles!
No forms to complete - just sign up over the phone.
Scheduling hours are 8am-5pm Monday through Friday. Rides are scheduled on a first come first serve basis.
Trained drivers provide you with personalized transportation to your appointments and activities. 
FREE rides (donations welcome).

Opportunities to socialize and meet new people.

 
Senior Shuttles community vans provide rides to local destinations for seniors who live in the following areas:

  • Shoreline - Lake Forest Park
  • Burien - Highline
  • Des Moines - Normandy Park
  • Beacon Hill - Southeast Seattle
  • Snoqualmie Valley
Senior Shuttles vans transport seniors to ethnic hot meal programs at numerous locations throughout King County.

Call (206) 727-6262 or (800) 282-5815 for information on sites and days of service.


BECOME A SENIOR SHUTTLE VOLUNTEER DRIVER!

The Senior Shuttles offer a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity. Current service areas urgently in need of volunteer drivers include Des Moines/Normandy Park, Shoreline/Lake Forest Park, and Burien/Highline.

Do you...
Like to drive?
Enjoy meeting new people?

You have an opportunity to help! Transportation is one of the top problems facing King County seniors.  More and more seniors are turning to Senior Shuttles Program for help. Unfortunately, we simply do not have enough volunteer drivers to meet their needs. We are urgently seeking caring, dedicated individuals who would like to become volunteer drivers.

Senior Shuttle Volunteer Drivers...
Choose the times, days, and areas they wish to drive.
Drive our agency vans - no wear and tear on your own vehicle!
Receive free training in defensive driving and passenger assistance. 
Must be at least 25 years of age.
Do not need a special driver's license.
Do no heavy lifting or bearing of weight.

Senior Services’ Transportation programs include a wonderful mix of people of all ages and from all walks of life...retirees, working individuals, stay-at-home parents, and snowbirds. Rain or shine, they show up on doorsteps throughout their communities to provide a ride and a helping hand. Our volunteers’ dedication and compassion have created a program that is truly amazing, and our clients don't know what they would do without their help.

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer driver but would prefer to use your own vehicle? Please visit the Volunteer Transportation page for more information about transporting seniors to medical and other essential appointments.

If you are interested in driving seniors to hot lunch programs, visit the Nutrition Transportation page.

Take a Turn in the Right Direction...Become a Volunteer Driver Today!

Call us at (206) 727-6262 or 1-800-282-5815 or apply online!

  Transportation
2208 2nd Avenue
Seattle, WA 98121
Cindy Zwart, Manager

(206) 448-5740 Volunteer Transportation
(206) 727-6262 Senior Shuttles
(206) 448-5740 Nutrition Coordination Program
(800) 282-5815 (Washington only) (206) 448-5025 (TTY)
(425) 257-2111 Snohomish Volunteer Transportation
(206) 205-5000 Metro Access
(800) 923-7433 King County Medicaid Rides
(877) 842-2580 Snohomish County Medicaid Rides
(800) 562-1381 Dial A Ride Transportation (DART)


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