COLORADO VALLEY TRANSIT (CVT) SYSTEM
Austin County’s public transit system offers a Demand Response Service program to meet the transportation needs of its older adults through the Colorado Valley Transit bus service. This program allows passengers the flexibility to schedule rides in advance with structured fares that vary based on the distance of the trip. Seniors are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling their rides at least one day in advance. Fares range from $1-$5. The service is available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday for door-to-door or curb-to-curb pickup. Call CVT at 979-732-6281 or visit the website for more information.
TECHO TUESDAY
Gordon Memorial Library offers Techo Tuesday for the community’s older citizens, who are welcome to stop in and ask questions on how to save passwords, add apps to cell phones, send email attachments, load programs, etc. Sessions are from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the last Tuesday of the month. Equipment/device repair is NOT offered. Call 979-885-7469 or email [email protected] for more information.
GYM MEMBERSHIP
Sealy Therapy & Wellness offers an age 65+ individual monthly membership for $39.99. For information call 979-627-7774.
SENIORLIVING.ORG
Chock-full of knowledge and tips on resources for seniors and caregivers, this informative site gathers intel from sources such as official government websites, senior care studies, and their research team of experts. The site contains a list of more than 100 businesses nationwide—many in conjunction with AARP—that offer senior discounts ranging from retail, restaurants, and groceries to cruises, hotel and car rentals, and transportation, phone and internet services. Be sure to also check out their guide to 13 Things That Are Free for Seniors.
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