Foundation for Senior Living expands transit into northwest Valley
Staff Reports | Digital Free Press
The Foundation for Senior Living is pleased to announce the acquisition of transportation nonprofit Northwest Valley Connect, which took effect July 1.
“The acquisition will ensure that more Northwest Valley residents receive vital transportation services, essential to supporting their physical, mental and financial health,” said Tami Bohannon, president and CEO of FSL, in a prepared statement.
“We look forward to expanding and increasing ridership and strengthening operations to better serve the community. Quality transportation options like Northwest Valley Connect are vital to helping Arizonans age in place.”
By 2030, older adults will outnumber younger adults in the United States, highlighting the importance of building an age-friendly Arizona, FSL officials tell the Digital Free Press.
FSL will continue to offer the same services, including wheelchair accessible vans to transport riders to and from medical appointments, the grocery store, run errands or to socialize with friends. This service will join FSL’s existing transportation programs like the Freedom Express in Wickenburg and daily rides to their adult day health centers.
“We believe FSL is the perfect partner to bolster transportation services to ensure that aging adults keep their connection to their community,” said Debbie Gross, NVC board chair.
