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Committee hears that Madison trips and dialysis runs are straining service; volunteer drivers less available
Summary
Agency partners told the committee that Madison trips and dialysis runs have high demand (dialysis keeping vans busy three days a week) and that volunteer drivers have reduced availability; the committee encouraged advocacy and outreach to recruit volunteers.
Steve Moore, an agency partner, reported that Madison trips are busy and that dialysis patients keep a driver and van busy three days a week. He said volunteer drivers "have reduced some of their availability," contributing to pressure on service delivery.
Jan Krueger reviewed reporting requirements and noted that quarterly and annual reports must include vehicle condition and mileage. Committee members discussed rider counts, service costs, the potential tax levy impact, and rider copay as factors affecting service sustainability.
Committee members urged each other to act as advocates in the community, contacting local groups and networks to recruit volunteer drivers to support the program.
No formal policy changes were adopted at the meeting; staff were asked to continue monitoring service levels and volunteer recruitment.
