Tallahassee, FL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022

Project Category: Expansion and enhancement of transportation options

Description: Transportation barriers in Leon County left many older adults missing medical appointments and struggling with food insecurity. The project provided over 600 rides for people age 50-plus to health care, food pantries and essential services, improving access and reducing stress. Nearly half of the trips were for food, and others connected veterans to VA care. One rider said the program let her visit her church pantry safely and gave her a reliable transportation option.

Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.

Marysville, OH

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Expansion and enhancement of transportation options

Description: Older adults struggled to reach grocery stores and pharmacies because the community circulator ran only once a week. The project added a second weekly route, hired a licensed driver and enlisted volunteers to help riders with bags. The expanded service connected residents to stores, doctors and the Senior Center, giving them more flexibility and reducing isolation. Riders said the change "helped them feel more independent," and some visited the center for the first time, enjoying activities and socializing without worrying about transportation.

Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.

Andover, KS

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Expansion and enhancement of transportation options

Description: A second on-demand transit route will operate for six months to support expanded meals and activities for older adults. Rider data will help the city decide on future service levels and space needs for additional programs.