Transportation for older adults in rural areas
Graduation Date
2013
Document Type
Project
Program
Other
Program
Project (M.S.W.)--Humboldt State University, Social Work, 2013
Committee Chair Name
Ronald Swartz
Committee Chair Affiliation
HSU Faculty or Staff
Keywords
Rural, Older adults, Services, Transportation, Humboldt State University -- Projects -- Social Work
Abstract
This project focused on transportation for older adults in unincorporated areas with particular attention given to Ridgewood Heights in Humboldt County, CA. for older adults. The research looked at current transportation for older adults such as public transportation and paratransit services such as Dial-A-Ride. This researcher interviewed older adults residing in Ridgewood Heights to assess their current means of transportation and mobility. Local meetings that have occurred regarding transportation and the interviews of those who are involved in public transport are considered in this text. This project begins a conversation about local transportation for older adults in rural and unincorporated areas to discuss present services and research new venues of providing transportation.
Recommended Citation
MacQueen, Debra, "Transportation for older adults in rural areas" (2013). Cal Poly Humboldt theses and projects. 2066.
https://digitalcommons.humboldt.edu/etd/2066
https://scholarworks.calstate.edu/concern/theses/t148fk70v