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FISH - San Mateo

Human Services

FISH - San Mateo

A volunteer group that provides transportation for senior citizens and referral to other resources.

Description:

An ecumenical group of volunteers whose primary service is to provide transportation to medical/dental and therapy appointments for those without friends or family to drive them, who are not eligible for Redi-Wheels, are unable to use public transportation and for whom taking a taxi presents a financial burden. Clients may be taken to appointments as far south as San Carlos and north to Mills-Peninsula Medical Center in Burlingame. Clients in a wheelchair must be accompanied by an attendant. Also provides information and referral.

Location

Public Transit:

Not necessary for service.

Services

Fees:

None.

Audience:

Needy senior citizens

Eligibility:

Resident of area served, unable to use public transportation

How to Apply:

Apply by phone.

Service Wait Estimate:

Up to 1 week.

Service Areas:

  • Foster City
  • San Mateo