Transportation Support for Medical Providers & Rehab Teams

A local referral resource for physical therapy clinics, hospitals, outpatient rehab programs, and medical providers in Hickory and Catawba County.

Helping patients arrive safely, consistently, and on time.

 

Neighbors Rides partners with doctors’ offices, rehabilitation centers, therapy providers, and healthcare teams throughout Hickory, Newton, Conover, and Catawba, Burke, Alexander and Caldwell Counties, NC to support patients who need dependable transportation.

When transportation barriers are removed, patients are more likely to attend appointments, stay engaged in therapy, and continue progressing toward better health outcomes.

 

A Local Transportation Resource for Your Patients

Neighbors Rides provides scheduled curb-to-curb transportation designed for:

• Adults age 50+
• Individuals with disabilities
• Patients recovering from surgery or illness
• Individuals attending ongoing therapy or treatment

Our service helps patients travel to:

• Physical therapy and rehabilitation visits
• Follow-up medical appointments
• Outpatient procedures
• Vision, dental, and specialty care
• Pharmacy and prescription pickups

 

Why Providers Refer Patients to Neighbors Rides

Healthcare teams across the community recognize that transportation challenges can lead to missed appointments and slower recovery.

Neighbors Rides offers:

✔ Friendly, carefully screened drivers
✔ Reliable scheduling families appreciate
✔ A community-based program patients feel comfortable using
✔ Support that promotes independence while reducing caregiver strain

Many providers find that when patients have dependable transportation, appointment consistency improves — and families feel reassured knowing support is in place.

 

Designed to Support Continuity of Care

Rehabilitation professionals and discharge planners often see how transportation impacts recovery.

Imagine a patient leaving therapy knowing their next ride is already arranged — reducing stress and helping them stay focused on healing.

Neighbors Rides helps remove one of the most common barriers to consistent care.

 

How Referrals Work

Sharing this resource with patients is simple:

1️. Provide patients or caregivers with Neighbors Rides contact information
2️. Our team handles scheduling directly with the rider
3️. Patients receive reliable transportation to and from appointments

There is a fee for rides, and our staff clearly explains pricing so families can make informed decisions.

 

Serving Healthcare Providers Across Catawba County

Hickory • Newton • Conover • Surrounding Communities

Neighbors Rides is proud to be a trusted local resource supporting both patients and healthcare professionals.

 

📞 Partner With Neighbors Rides- 828-464-1111

If you are a medical provider, therapist, discharge planner, or care coordinator looking for reliable transportation options for patients, Neighbors Rides is here to help.

 

👉 Contact Neighbors Network to learn how to share this transportation resource with your patients and families.

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