Feb. 5, 2025
Are you in need of transportation and unsure what public options are available to you? The McIntosh Memorial Library in partnership with Vernon County Over 50 are teaming up for a program about local transportation options. A panel of transportation experts will speak inside the library lobby on Wednesday, February 11 at 2:15pm.
The panel will include Amanda Running representing Viroqua based company Running Incorporated. Running will be sharing information about the Viroqua and Westby Shared Ride Taxi Service plus the SMRT bus. The SMRT Bus (Scenic Mississippi Regional Transit) is a commuter bus service in Southwest Wisconsin (Crawford, Vernon, Monroe, La Crosse Counties) providing affordable, accessible rides for workers, seniors, and the public, with a focus on connecting to jobs and services. The bus serves numerous communities including Viroqua.
Also on the panel will be Amy Emerson representing the Vernon County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC). Emerson will talk about their bus as well as other transportation options that are provided through the agency. The Vernon County ADRC is the central point for Vernon County residents (and their families) to get unbiased information, assistance, and referrals for those aging or living with a disability.
The third panelist will be Kris Markert who will speak about transportation available through Helping Hands. Vernon County Helping Hands” refers primarily to a home care service offered through Bethel Home and Services. Helping Hands providers offer personalized services to help individuals stay comfortably and safely in their homes as long as possible. This includes help with cleaning, errands and personal care. Registered Nurses assist with medication management, foot care and care planning. Transportation and wheelchair-accessible vans are also available.
For more information about this program visit www.mcintoshmemoriallibrary.org, like the “Viroqua Library” page on Facebook or call 608-637-7151 x 7.
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