Mary Wade provides free transportation to individuals over the age of 65.

[Lee Cruz]

Thanks for sharing this information Christel.

"On weekends the transportation is available for social events, IE, shopping, visiting, and worship. During the week transportation is available for physician and dental visits. Transportation is free, chaircar accessible and door-to-door assistance is provided. The transportation is made possible through funding from the Community Development Block Grants(CDBG) from the City of New Haven, Title IIIB funding through the Agency on Aging, Council on Governments(COG) and Mary Wade."

According to Mary Wade Home Executive Director David Hunter "last year, the Weekend Transportation program made 642 trips; with Fair Haven and Fair Haven Heights comprising 38% and 46% of the trips, respectively. The weekly Medical Transportation program began just last year for Mary Wade, and of the 1,483 trips; Fair Haven and Fair Haven Heights comprised 17% and 25% of the trips, respectively. Clearly, Mary Wade would like to see more utilization by mature citizens in Fair Haven, particularly with the large number of senior housing communities located in Fair Haven, IE, FairBanks, Saltonstall, Ruoppulo, River Run, and of course Bella Vista, in the Heights."

Those who are interested can call, 203.562.7222 and ask for Rosanne Mondrone, or email at [e-mail]

[Lee Cruz]

David, by using this site in combination with twitter, facebook and linkedin I was able to get the word out to about 1200 people. Most are not of the age to need the service but I believe that getting the word out there that you are providing this service is important. By the way GREAT parade. I am sorry I was not able to stay until the end.

Lee

[David V. Hunter]

Thank you Lee!