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Transportation

The Missing Link in Family Caregiver Support

Published Date: 1.4.2025

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Theme: Service systems

Sub-theme: Carer support services

International publication Transport Carer needs Carer support USA

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Theme: Service systems

Sub-theme: Carer support services

View Publication International publication Transport Carer needs Carer support USA

Verification Statement

This publication / resource is hosted on a publicly available external link. If the full text is not publicly accessible, summary points are included and a contact method for the author(s) is provided, where available.

The summary information presented is based on content submitted by an author or other user
, along with publicly available information about the publication / resource added by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team.

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Transportation

The Missing Link in Family Caregiver Support

Published Date: 1.4.2025

  • Organisation Name

    ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center

  • Author/ Authors

    Jill Kagan

  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    Kagan, J. (2025). Transportation: the missing link in family caregiver support. ARCH National Respite Network & Resource Center, Durham, NC. https://archrespite.org/library/transportation-the-missing-link-in-family-caregiver-support/

Long Summary

This article offers guidance for professionals supporting caregivers, detailing common community transportation options and related services that can assist family caregivers. It highlights the critical role of transportation in enhancing the quality of life for care recipients and reducing caregiver burden. Despite available services, only 25% of caregivers utilize transportation programs, which are essential for accessing medical appointments, shopping, and social activities. The article recommends forming partnerships with transportation providers and engaging communities to improve accessibility and support for carers.

    Key Messages for Carers


  • This article highlights the critical role of reliable transportation in supporting the wellbeing of care recipients, enabling access to medical appointments, social activities, and essential errands, while also helping to reduce carers' burden.

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • To ensure comprehensive support for caregivers and care recipients, this article recommends the integration of support services, such as travel training, volunteer and mobility management into transportation plans.
  • This article also highlight that supporting transportation services can significantly reduce the physical and emotional burden on family caregivers, allowing them to provide better care.

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