Accessible Transport
Door-to-door transport for older people to help them to maintain their independence.
We provide wheelchair accessible transport for small groups using our wheelchair accessible minibus fleet.
Delivering a safe and comfortable journey throughout the City and County areas, our vehicles can carry you and your wheelchair for those that need to travel in their own wheelchair or have limited mobility. All accessible minibuses are fitted with a tail lift and easy access step.
Where is it available?
Our fleet of wheelchair accessible vehicles are based mainly in the City area bur we can accommodate for further afield for those in County areas including Rutland. We have a range of 8/15 seater minibuses. All vehicles are driven by a trained driver.
Is this service free?
Charges apply for the use of our transport services and these very much depend on your circumstances and the type of transport required.
For full details of the charges for our wheelchair accessible minibus service, please contact us on 0116 222 0561 or email us at transport@ageukleics.org.uk.
If you're referred to hospital or other NHS premises for specialist NHS treatment or diagnostic tests by your doctor, dentist or another health professional, you may be able to claim a refund of reasonable travel costs under the Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme (HTCS). For more information please contact “NHS Help with Health Costs” 0300 330 1343.
The Transport Team
Our team of drivers have received training in: First Aid, Health & Safety, Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity, Dementia Awareness, Manual Handling of people, and Vehicle training. They are also experienced in assisting people in wheelchairs or with limited mobility.
How can I access this service?
For more information on accessing our Transport Services please call 0116 222 0561 or email transport@ageukleics.org.uk
The transport office is open from 8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
Alternative Transport Services
Need help getting around? “Choose how you move” has some great links for alternative community transport, Shopmobilty, bus timetables and more at www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk
