Providing free transportation to older adults and people with disabilities on MDI and the surrounding islands.
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Our Services
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Rides to doctor's appointments, physical therapy, blood work appointments, etc.
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Drives to and from dialysis, cancer treatments and procedures
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Annual visits to the dentist and eye doctor
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Grocery shopping or grocery order pick-up
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Food deliveries for Meals on Wheels and Open Table MDI
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Trips to the pharmacy
Call us at 207-288-4457 and we will connect you with one of our dedicated volunteer drivers.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Driving includes you... Whether you need one of our rides, want to be one of our amazing volunteers, or desire to work for us, you are valued at Island Connections no matter who you are. We are dedicated to diversity, and our commitment to equity and inclusion drives us forward every day.
Need a Ride?
We provide free transportation for senior citizens (age 70+) and people with disabilities who live on MDI or the surrounding islands.
We provide rides for medical appointments and grocery shopping:
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check-ups with your PCP, dentist, or eye doctor
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physical, occupational, or mental health therapy
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dialysis, cancer treatment, and other medical procedures
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rides to the grocery store or pharmacy
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Grocery delivery
We provide rides on MDI and to Trenton, Ellsworth, Bangor, Brewer, and Blue Hill
Please allow the following advance notice for us to find you a volunteer driver:
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3 business-days notice for in-town rides
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4 business-days notice for cross-island rides
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5 business-days notice for off-island rides
Please note that we do not provide emergency or last-minute rides.
Call us at 207-288-4457 to get started.
Become a Volunteer Driver
Driving for Island Connections is fun and flexible
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Volunteer when you have time. You choose which rides to pick up.
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No minimum commitment. Whether you want to drive a few times a week or a few times a year, every ride makes a difference.
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Volunteer in a variety of ways: from taking a neighbor to the doctor to delivering Meals on Wheels, we have so many rewarding ways to give back to your community.
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Make new friends! Many of our drivers say the best part of volunteering is meeting new people and forming lasting friendships.