Resources 

Jenks Shuttle Service, and Van Trips: Free round-trip, door to door shuttle service to and from local shopping centers and other venues is provided by the Jenks Center for Winchester residents.  With volunteer drivers, residents can also travel anywhere in Winchester Monday-Friday from 9-4pm for medical, dental, grocery shopping and banking needs.  Patrons can also utilize services for neighboring communities for medical purposes or to access food pantries. All ride requests must be received by 2pm on Thursday of the previous week.  Please contact Jenk’s full-time transportation coordinator, Sue Clarke for more information. 781-721-7138 x17 

Taxi Vouchers - In partnership with Woburn Checker Cab, taxi vouchers are available to Winchester Seniors to purchase at a reduced rate of $5 each. Vouchers are valid between Winchester and neighboring communities. Maximum monthly allowance is 10 vouchers.  Please stop by the Jenks on Tuesdays between 10 and 1pm or contact the Jenks for mail order. 

Tip: If the time has come to stop driving. Seniors might consider passing down cars to a grandchild with the understanding that the grandchild promises to take their grandparent to appointments or just “drive Miss Daisy” once a week. This partnership provides an opportunity for grandparents to spend time together and to also get out and socialize and avoid isolation. - Cathy Jackson, RN and former Mt. Vernon House Executive Director 

Driver Safety 

• Educational Programs ( (Mature Driver Improvement, driver rehab, defensive driving) 
• AARP Driver Safety Program - The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older. - Wilmington - Phone: (888) 227-7669 - LINK 
• NSC Online Mature Defensive Driving Course - LINK 
• Massachusetts Mature Driver Improvement - LINK 
• Safe Driving for Older Adults - https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/safety/safe-driving-older-adults

Tip - In Massachusetts, drivers age 75 and older must renew their license in person and pass a vision test every five years. They may also be asked to take a written or road test. Illinois and New Hampshire are the only states that require older drivers to retake a road test when renewing their licenses. Vision tests are also required at that time. 

General Topics 

• How to outfit cars for mobility, active park assist 
• Travel Clubs for Aging 
• Handicap Placcards - To obtain a handicap parking placard nationally, you'll need to contact your state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for the application, get a medical certification from your healthcare provider, and submit the completed application to the DMV. 

Transportation Assistance

• The Jenks Center: www.jenkscenter.org 781-721-7136 Ask for Sue Transportation Coordinator 
• Jenks Shuttle Service, and Van Trips: Free round-trip, door to door shuttle service to and from local shopping centers and other venues is provided by the Jenks Center for Winchester residents.  With volunteer drivers, residents can also travel anywhere in Winchester Monday-Friday from 9-4pm for medical, dental, grocery shopping and banking needs.  Patrons can also utilize services for neighboring communities for medical purposes or to access food pantries. All ride requests must be received by 2pm on Thursday of the previous week.  Please contact Jenk’s full-time transportation coordinator, Sue Clarke for more information. 781-721-7138 x17 
• Taxi Vouchers - In partnership with Woburn Checker Cab, taxi vouchers are available to Winchester Seniors to purchase at a reduced rate of $5 each. Vouchers are valid between Winchester and neighboring communities. Maximum monthly allowance is 10 vouchers.  Please stop by the Jenks on Tuesdays between 10 and 1pm or contact the Jenks for mail order. 
• Medical Transportation - SCM Door-t-Door provides transportation to medical appointments in the Greater Boston Area, Monday-Friday, starting at 9 am and returning by 4pm. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are based on availability. Call 781-721-7136 x17 one week in advance to schedule. 
• The RIDE Eligibility Center www.mbta.com/accessibility/the-ride Contact (TREC) at 617-337-2727, or email us at trec@paratransit.org. 
• National Aging and Disability Transportation Center: www.nadtc.org 

    Private Transportation Services, Ride shares 

• Bob’s Taxi Co. - Phone: (781) 729-5353  
• Charlie Card (senior discount) - (617)222-3200 - LINK 
• Checker Cab of Woburn, Inc - 289 Rear Salem St Woburn, MA - Phone: (781) 937-6000 - Email: checkercabwoburn@aol.com - LINK 
• QuickLivery - Provides local transportation and transportation to Boston Logan Airport. A 10% discount is available to those that request transportation online. Phone: 617-833-2333. Email: Quicklivery@Quicklivery.net - LINK 
• Yellow Cab -  955 Main St Winchester, MA 01890 - Phone: (781) 729-6666