Lyft is partnering with the Southern California Resources for Independent Living and Self Help for the Elderly to provide $20K in free ride credits for those living in need in Los Angeles and San Francisco counties
With the holiday season underway, transportation continues to be a major pain point for individuals with disabilities and the elderly. To help break down some of the barriers these individuals face, we’re partnering with the Southern California Resources for Independent Living in Los Angeles County and Self Help for the Elderly in San Francisco County to offer $20K in free ride credits beginning Dec. 1 through the end of the year. Qualifying riders in those locations can get a ride code for up to $10 off their next two rides.
“Holiday travel is stressful under the best of circumstances, but for those living with a disability or who are elderly, it can be especially difficult. Lyft’s mission is to make travel easier, and by helping remove some of these pain points, we hope to improve these individuals’ holiday travel experience so they can spend more time with the ones they love,” said Nicholas Johnson, Lyft Public Policy Director.
To access the credit, disabled and elderly riders can contact the organization in their area, who can either provide them with a ride code or help them order their next ride, including wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) rides where available, using the code.
"Transportation can be a major barrier for those living with disabilities. This holiday season, we're excited to help make things a little easier by partnering with Lyft. Together, we can better empower people with any disability to live full and independent lives," said Hector Ochoa, Director, Southern California Resources for Independent Living.
“Many of those we work with not only struggle to access transportation but also to afford it. These ride codes will go a long way in overcoming these major obstacles, and it’s a fantastic opportunity to give back to those who are often overlooked or taken for granted. We’re grateful for this partnership and look forward to helping more people spend time with loved ones this holiday season,” said Annie Chung, President and CEO of Self Help for the Elderly.