1. + Transportation Although there is help in costs when it comes to transportation for those with veteran assistance, and Medicaid and/or social security recipients in terms of taxis, or cabs, other means of public transportation does not exist for the general public. Access to health care? Limited usage for Medicaid/Social Security Recipients.

2. + Intervention of Transportation Needs C.A.T.S. Bus Stops through out the Indian Trail Area for access to Charlotte locations Possible discounted cab fare services given to patients with doctors visits in Charlotte area (almost a “network” between Dr. and Cab service) Mobile medical services once monthly to the area until financially Indian Trial can meet transportation needs.

3. + Research Says This About Access to Transportation “Transportation can be a major access barrier to timely health care for low income populations. “ “The literature shows two distinct health effects of poor transportation: Less use of preventative and primary care More use of the emergency department” “Studies suggest that provision of reliable transportation services is important to enable patients to have access to regular and preventative care.”

4. + Desired Transportation Outcomes Better medical access to community Improved patient outcomes for acute and chronic conditions Better patient compliance with regimes provided by physicians Possibility of increased social and physical interactions due to ability to “get up and go”