Pulborough Community Transport
Volunteer drivers, using their own cars or a wheelchair accessible vehicle to assist some local residents who have difficulties. A charge is made to cover expenses. Passengers are asked to pay the driver direct. A minimum of 48 hours notice (excluding weekends) is required for booking.
Contact: Christine Lindsay on 07591 258409 from 09:00 to 17:00 Mon-Fri, christine.lindsay1@talktalk.net
NHS Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service (NEPTS)
The NEPTS provides transport for treatment for all patients registered with a GP in Sussex, who have a medical reason that means they are not able to travel by another method. It includes journeys:
- · to a planned outpatient appointment
- · to hospital for a planned admission
- · home from hospital following discharge
- · home to Sussex from hospitals in other areas of the country
The NEPTS has eligibility criteria that must be met in order to access the service.
Contact the NEPTS: 03001 239841 or visit their website: www.scas.nhs.uk/our-services/non-emergency-patient-transport-service
St John Ambulance - Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service
A patient transport service for those unable to use public or other transport due to bespoke medical conditions. Charges apply linked to mileage.
Contact St John Ambulance: 03030 030106, or visit their website: www.sja.org.uk/what-we-do/ambulance-operations/non-emergency-patient-transport-services/
Age UK
Take Home and Settle Service A free service which helps vulnerable people get home from hospital safely. Age UK currently run this service from Crawley Hospital, St Richard's Hospital in Chichester, The Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath and East Surrey Hospital.
Contact: Age UK website or 01903 717130