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Show mm nftlfrtti aaaiirii iJ jfefeaaKrifti fr 1 I I ! i J. I :; 3 t I Transportation Provided for Senior Citizens - 1 I 1 I by Laura Briggs I Si fe? ''Senior Citizens holiday shopping excursions, Transportation Service fills needs business trips to the bank, to pay for senior citizens that are beyond monetary evaluation," taxes, or appointments at doctors' offices or medical declared Robbie Jefferson, centers - what have you - we're ready to see that our citizens have quick, dependable and safe transporation to suit their needs director of the Senior Citizens Transportation Service, located in the Central City Community Center, 61 5 South 300 East. This Independent Living at present being extended to two areas, the Central City neighborhood and the Sunnyside area (7th East, 13th South and Foothilll Drive to 2500 South). In the near future, according to Ms. Jefferson, a rural area will be covered, to assess what the need and response for such a service is there. The service now has three pilot project is station wagons, Jefferson funding budget," "We are hoping that pointed out. all citizens of Model Cities place a high value on the needs of senior citizens. We feel there will be a demand for including other Model Cities areas in our Senior Ms. Citizens Transportation Service since it has been a need for so long, and we hope all the neighborhoods will welcome and and desires. "Transportation is 4th in priority in the Model Cities support the program." Fred Banks, driver assists Ada Averett in getting out of the car at the University the model neighborhood. The repair work performed on your dwelling will be done by qualified contractors. No liens will be attached to applicants properties as a result of the repairs. As a model neighborhood resident and applicant you have the option of applying for: Hospital. Administration. The vehicles are manned by drivers who are the Emergency Home Repair will pay the contractor 100 of the repair cost, and the applicant will repay, interest free, at monthly payments he or she can afford, the full cost of repairs. Loan residents of the model neighborhood. They know how to extend personalized attention Ms. Jefferson and they are also good listeners. The station wagons are - Loan and Grant 1 the Emergency Home Repair will pay the contractor 100 of the repair cost, and the applicant will repay interest free at monthly payments he or she can afford, the agreed percentage of loan. radio dispatched like a regular taxi service. Passengers are asked to try to pay some fare, from 5 cents to 60 cents, whatever they can, but on one is refused service if he or she cannot pay. It makes it convenient to know that if one by dialing 3 Grant - the Emergency Home Repair will pay the contractor 100 of the repair cost. Government Services cannot pay one particular time, the fare can be made up the next time. Joan Brimhall is dispatcher for the service, which is reached The "Emergency Home Repair" program is designed for e the and elderly home owners and renters of low-incom- provided by to passengers, stresses you are in the Model Cities area of Emergency Home Repairs: The program offers to qualified applicants. Emergency Home Repairs such as: roof repairs plumbing repairs electrical repairs broken glass replacement heating system repairs pest extermination emergency structural repairs If - FOR INFORMATION OR APPLICATIONS, The Transportation for Senior Citizens service enables elderly people to get out and become more independent. I CONTACT: Environmental Health Services 1179 Glendale Drive 359-143- 2 OR 1 I Assist, Inc. 218 East 5th South 364-788- "Now senior citizens can have precious independence 355-708- 5 because they know they can get where they need to go without or charity dependence," stated Ms. obligation Jefferson. "The service also gives senior citizens a feeling of security because they know all they have to do is pick up their "Getting the feel of the road" phones and call us and they can be practically on their way, safely planning a major trip, delay your start long enough to give road crews a chance to clear up the worst of the mess. Check weather and comfortably." "We're flexible in our service," continued Ms. forecasts; the highway patrol, Jefferson. "Events here at the Central City Community Center, some suggestions for driving "As all motorists in our Salt Lake City region know from past experience, heavy snows can during or after a storm based on National Safety Council research snow removal difficult and in some and endorsed by the International cases making it virtually impossible for emergency Chiefs of Police. tie up traffic, making equipment to get through," according to Chief of Police J. Earl Jones, Salt Lake City. Chief Jones passed along of Association 1. Visibility - Keep your windows and all lights headlights, tail-light- s -- and directional signals - clear of ice and snow. When visibility is reduced by a storm, slow down and allow more distance between you and the car ahead. If conditions become extremely bad, pull off the raod and wait for visibility to improve before going on. 2. Plan ahead. Even when commuting to and from work, be sure you know which routes will be cleared Tirst. If you are weather bureau or automobile club will give you the latest information. While driving listen to the radio for further bulletins. 3. Getting started. Practice starting in heavy snow before you get stuck. The correct technique is to turn your wheels from side to side to clear snow and slush away from the tires. Vehicles with stick shift should use second gear for starting. Drivers with automatic transmissions, start in drive. A slow, steady start does it. 4. Stay on the road. Know how slick the surface really is. Away from traffic, try your brakes or make a sudden power application to find out how slippery the pavement really is. practiced regularly drivers whenever there is by good is any question about traction. Plan your maneuvers well iq advance to avoid skidding and loss of control. 5. Traction aids. Check your emergency equipment to be sure you are ready whatever the weather. Your trunk should contain a shovel, sand or rock salt, tire chains, booster cables, tow chains or straps and flares or other emergency lighting equipment. Chief Jones pointed out that many drivers make the same mistakes year after year. "While our street department remains ready to do all it can to keep the roadways clear, it still boils down to each motorist's responsibility to maintain his vehicle and himself in the best possible condition!" I |