Pacific Transit is offering a crucial service for residents of the Long Beach Peninsula who require regular dialysis treatments in the Astoria area. The “Astoria Dialysis Transportation” program ensures that patients have reliable and convenient access to their medical appointments, providing essential support to those in need.
Key Features of the Service
1. Door-to-Door Service:
The transportation service offers door-to-door convenience, ensuring that patients are picked up from their homes and safely transported to their dialysis appointments. This personalized approach helps to minimize the stress and logistical challenges often associated with medical treatments.
2. Long Beach Peninsula to Astoria-Area Dialysis Appointments:
This service specifically caters to residents of the Long Beach Peninsula who need to travel to the Astoria area for their dialysis treatments. By focusing on this specific route, Pacific Transit is addressing a significant gap in healthcare accessibility for the local community.
3. Advance Scheduling:
Rides must be scheduled in advance to ensure availability and proper planning. This policy helps maintain an organized and efficient service, allowing both the patients and the transit team to prepare accordingly. It is important to note that same-day reservations are not accepted, so patients should plan their transportation needs ahead of time.
4. Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicle:
Understanding the diverse needs of dialysis patients, Pacific Transit provides a wheelchair-accessible vehicle. This ensures that all patients, regardless of mobility challenges, can comfortably and safely utilize the transportation service.
Contact Information
Patients and caregivers can arrange transportation by calling Pacific Transit at 360-642-9418. For more information about the service and other offerings, visit www.pacifictransit.org.
Community Impact
The Astoria Dialysis Transportation service is a testament to Pacific Transit’s commitment to community care and support. By providing this essential service, they are helping to alleviate the transportation burden for dialysis patients, ensuring they can receive their life-sustaining treatments without added stress.
This service is not only a lifeline for those undergoing dialysis but also a reflection of the compassionate and community-focused values that Pacific Transit upholds. Their dedication to accessibility and patient care is making a significant difference in the lives of Long Beach Peninsula residents.
