How Transport Can Transform Rural Healthcare
Episode Overview
Transportation is crucial for accessing healthcare in rural areas. Feonix Mobility Rising helps overcome transport barriers. Reliable transport can significantly impact recovery from substance use disorders. Community collaboration is key to solving rural transport issues. Personal stories highlight the transformative power of accessible transportation.
It doesn't matter how good the healthcare is if you can't get there.
In this episode of Rural Roads- The RCORPodcast, titled 'Transportation Is Medicine', guest host Theresa Lemus dives into the critical role of transportation in rural healthcare. Theresa chats with Valerie Lefler, Executive Director and Founder of Feonix Mobility Rising, and Amy Pina, Clinical Director at Coastal Plains Integrated Health. They explore how transportation impacts every aspect of life in rural areas, from accessing healthcare to simply getting groceries.
Valerie shares her experiences with Feonix Mobility Rising, a programme that helps people in rural communities overcome transportation barriers. Amy discusses the challenges faced by patients needing to travel long distances for medical appointments and the importance of reliable transport in their recovery journeys. The episode highlights how essential transportation is for maintaining overall health and well-being, especially for those dealing with substance use disorders.
You'll hear touching stories about how access to transportation has transformed lives, providing not just a ride but a lifeline. If you're curious about the innovative ways communities are tackling these issues, this episode is a must-listen.