Senior Mobility Guide - Let's Get Started

This guide provides information about a wide range of programs and services that can help you stay mobile, active and connected to your community. These programs range from help remaining a safe driver to specialized services for people who need assistance getting out into the community. Regardless of your situation, there is probably something available that can help you.

Here are some common situations and suggestions for what information you may find helpful.

You drive yourself and plan to keep driving as long as you safely can.
A driver safety course can help keep your skills sharp and make sure you know how to adjust for changes as you get older.	Local Driver Safety Training
Many publications and online resources can help you spot possible difficulties before they become serious problems.	Other Driver Safety Resources
You drive yourself but don’t feel as confident as you used to.
A driver safety course can help you learn how to adjust your driving and deal with issues related to vision, flexibility, reaction time and medication.	Local Driver Safety Training
Adjustments to your car may help you drive with more confidence.	Other Driver Safety Resources
Public transportation may be an option for you. If you haven’t ridden the bus for a long time, you might be surprised by how much they’ve changed.	Transit Service
A SamTrans Mobility Ambassador can help you learn about transportation options.	Mobility Ambassadors
You’ve cut back on your driving and are looking for other ways to get around.
Depending on your physical abilities, public transportation may be an option for some of your needs. Buses now have a lot of features that make them easier to use.	Transit Service
Many communities have small buses that are designed for short trips to go shopping, to the library and to medical appointments.	Local Shuttles
If using the bus is too hard for you, you might be eligible for services that pick you up at home and take you where you want to go.	ADA Paratransit
You are concerned about a friend or family member who probably shouldn’t be driving anymore.
Several publications provide tips about how to talk to friends and family about driving.	Other Driver Safety Resources
Get the latest information about DMV policies on testing, reporting and license renewal.	Other Driver Safety Resources
You ride public transportation but you’re finding it more difficult as you get older, for example, if you need to carry anything.
Local shuttle routes in some communities may be easier for you to use than SamTrans buses.	Local Shuttles
You can’t drive, or prefer not to, and transit routes just don’t go where you need to go.
You may be able to get a ride on services operated by community organizations and some cities.	Community Services
Your condition doesn’t let you drive or use public transportation.
You may be eligible for paratransit service that picks you up at home and takes you where you want to go.	ADA Paratransit
You need help from another person in order to go anywhere.
Services operated by community organizations and some cities may be able to help you.	Community Services