MORE THAN A RIDE: HOW NEIGHBOR RIDE HELPS SENIORS STAY CONNECTED
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Sandy Hornor | CEPS
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Bruce Fulton
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Tessa Hall
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About This Episode
Transportation is about more than getting from one place to another. For many older adults, it helps maintain independence, build social connections, and support a higher quality of life.
In this episode of Healthy, Wealthy & Wise, Tessa Hall and Sandy Hornor are joined by Bruce Fulton, Executive Director of Neighbor Ride. They discuss how the Howard County nonprofit connects adults aged 60 and older with volunteer drivers. Together, they explore how the organization helps riders reach medical appointments, grocery stores, social activities, and other important destinations.
The conversation also highlights the value of volunteerism and the importance of staying connected during retirement. In addition, Bruce explains how community partnerships strengthen Neighbor Ride’s mission. BWFA is proud to sponsor Neighbor Ride’s volunteer driver program and support its commitment to neighbors helping neighbors.
Learn more about Neighbor Ride by visiting https://neighborride.org/.
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Retirement is about more than financial security. It also means maintaining your independence, staying socially connected, and continuing to enjoy the activities that make life meaningful.
In this episode of Healthy, Wealthy & Wise, Tessa Hall and Sandy Hornor welcome Bruce Fulton, Executive Director of Neighbor Ride. The Howard County nonprofit connects adults age 60 and older with volunteer drivers who provide transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, social events, and other important destinations. As a result, older adults can remain active and engaged in their communities.
Bruce explains how Neighbor Ride grew from a small community initiative into one of the region’s leading volunteer transportation programs. Today, hundreds of volunteer drivers provide thousands of rides each year while building meaningful relationships with the people they serve. The conversations that happen during each ride often become just as valuable as the transportation itself.
The discussion also highlights the importance of community, volunteerism, and planning for life beyond finances. Sandy shares why BWFA is proud to sponsor Neighbor Ride’s volunteer driver program and support an organization that helps older adults remain connected, independent, and engaged throughout retirement.
To learn more about Neighbor Ride, request transportation services, or become a volunteer driver, visit https://neighborride.org/.