PROVIDING NON-EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION FOR SENIORS
Did you know?
The current metro area population of Dallas-Fort Worth in 2022 is 6,488,000 - an increase of 1.42% from 2021. According to the US Census Bureau, Dallas County’s senior population has increased by nearly 40% over the last decade. Seniors make up more than 11% of county residents.
“The first Baby Boomers reached 65 years old in 2011,” said Luke Rogers, chief of the U.S. Census Bureau’s Population Estimates Branch. “Since then, there’s been a rapid increase in the size of the 65-and-older population, which grew by over a third [throughout the country] since 2010. No other age group saw such a fast increase.”
Needless to say, Helping Hands is proud to serve our growing senior population!
Does Helping Hands provide hospital and emergency room transportation?
Yes, absolutely! Helping Hands strictly provides non-emergency medical transportation. However, that does not mean we don't support the mission of area hospitals. To the contrary, in addition to providing discharge transportation, we frequently take patients and residents of various skilled care and nursing facilities to area hospitals for a wide variety of treatments, procedures, follow-up appointments, and more.
Hospitals and medical centers that we frequently support include Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Medical City Plano, Select Specialty Hospital - Dallas Plano, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano, and more!
How will I be billed for transportation services?
If you are a private pay client requiring non-emergency medical transportation, you will pay on the day of transport. If you have an established account or a signed Helping Hands Transportation Service Agreement, you will be invoiced as per the terms of the Agreement.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We currently accept cash, check, or credit card.
How much advance notice is required to schedule a transport?
To ensure proper accommodations, we request 24-48 hour advanced notice. However, we always do our best to accommodate short-notice requests. Please feel free to contact our office for availability.
Do you provide after-hour and weekend transportation?
Yes, with advanced notice we work to provide evening and weekend hours.
Will the driver stay with me during my appointment?
Because of our busy schedule, drivers will return once your appointment is complete. Out-of-area transports requiring our driver to wait will incur a “Waiting Fee.”
Can a family member or attendant go along to my appointment?
Absolutely! For your comfort and concern we welcome one family member or staff attendant to accompany you to appointments. Please inform our office of your companion when scheduling your appointment.
Can I bring personal items on my transport?
We will work to accommodate all reasonable requests. However, please understand that our primary mission is to safely and securely transport you to your appointment. Our drivers cannot be delayed in moving or carrying extra items. Further, for your safety, we cannot have unsecured items in the vehicle.
Can I travel in my own wheelchair?
Yes, of course. Your comfort is our desire. We welcome you to remain in your manual or electric wheelchair during transport.
Will the driver take me inside?
Yes, absolutely. Unlike other curb-to-curb or door-to-door services, to ensure your safety, we are a door-through-door service. This means we will take you from inside your residence to inside your appointment.
Should I call for a return before my appointment is finished?
No! Please contact us ONLY when your appointment is complete and we will expeditiously dispatch a driver for your return. If we arrive and you are not ready, causing our driver to leave, it can possibly lead to a longer wait time.
What should I do if I am unhappy with the service?
We welcome your feedback and suggestions for improvement. Please feel free to contact our office to share your thoughts and experience.