Healthy Rides
Connecting Boston’s Older Adults to Wellness Services with “Healthy Rides”
We believe in a holistic approach to overall health and wellbeing–that getting to medical appointments, accessing pharmacies, participating in wellness classes/programs at senior or community centers, and keeping up social connections–all contribute to being healthier and happier.
We also know that access to affordable, flexible transportation is often a challenge for Boston’s older residents. To help remove barriers, we’ve formed a collaborative initiative called Healthy Rides.
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Still have questions? Contact:
Age Strong Commission
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1 City Hall Square
Room 271Boston, MA 02201
What Can Healthy Rides Connect Me To?
Healthy Rides offers free transportation to Boston’s older adults (age 60+) to connect to wellness services including:
- Medical Appointments
- Pharmacies
- Wellness Programs
- Senior/Community Centers
- Social Activities
- Support Groups
How Can I Book a Healthy Ride?
Older Boston residents may book their Healthy Ride by calling the Age Strong Shuttle at 617-635-3000 and saying “Healthy Ride.” If you already have a Lyft account set up on your smartphone, the Age Strong Shuttle staff can give you a promo code for your Healthy Ride. Add it to the “rewards” in your Lyft account, and order your Lyft ride as usual.
If you don’t have a Lyft account or smartphone, call the Age Strong Shuttle at 617-635-3000 and say “Healthy Ride.” The Shuttle staff can book a Healthy Ride for you. Give your name, phone number, and your pick-up and drop-off addresses. You’ll get a notification of your driver and ride status, when your ride is on the way.
- Healthy Rides are valid for free rides to wellness services within Boston.
- The Age Strong Shuttle can assist with Healthy Rides during their usual hours: Monday through Friday, 8 - 4 p.m. The staff can also help you book Healthy Rides up to one month in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQsYes. Just call the Age Strong Shuttle to schedule directly at 617-635-3000.
Yes. Just call the Age Strong Shuttle to schedule directly at 617-635-3000.
Visit the Lyft website for more details.
The Holistic Health Access Initiative (HHAI) is for Boston residents age 60+.
Yes, and medical appointments, pharmacies, exercise classes & support groups.
Promotional codes/funds can not be used for tips. Tips may be given via a Lyft account’s card or in cash.
Each Boston older adult is eligible for up to 5 free rides, while supplies last.
You can schedule your ride anytime, but calling to schedule is 8-4, Monday through Friday.
The Lyft rides do not, but the Age Strong Shuttle vans do.
Yes. Some of the Age Strong Shuttle staff are bilingual and also have access to a language translation line.
If you book it yourself through the Lyft app, visit the Lyft website for more details. If you book it through the Age Strong Shuttle, call 617-635-3000 for assistance (please note that the Age Strong Shuttle regular hours are M-F 8-4).
Additional Transportation Resources for Boston’s Older Adults
Boston’s Age Strong Commission provides free transportation to Boston’s older adults to medical appointments. Schedule in advance by calling 617-635-3000, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m..
Wheelchair vans are available.
Age Strong offers discounted taxi coupons to Boston’s older adults and those with disabilities.
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Still have questions? Contact:
Age Strong Commission
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1 City Hall Square
Room 271Boston, MA 02201
