Must a family member or
companion travel with the patient?
A nurse and two drivers are with the
patient at all times. It is not necessary
for a relative or family member to travel
along with the patient. The team frequently
entertains the patient; plays games,
cards and watches TV with the patient.
Where do we meet the MED COACH?
The coach comes directly to your home,
nursing facility or medical facility.
The patient accompanied by the nurse
is brought out by stretcher or wheelchair
and transferred into the coach. Upon
arriving at your destination the coach
brings you directly to your doorstep
or receiving facility.
What time of day will you pick us
up?
The coach can travel at any time.
However it is usually best to travel
early in the morning during daylight
hours. The drivers change off and
frequently drive through the night
allowing the patient and family member
to sleep and arrive fresh in the morning.
Will we be able to contact anyone
during the trip?
The drivers and the nurse have cell
phones and contact the travel coordinators
at headquarters. We keep you in touch
with family members whenever you like.
A Board certified emergency physician
is available 24 hours per day for
any medical questions or concerns
that may arise.
What kind of food is available on
the trip?
The coach is equipped with a full
kitchen, microwave, refrigerator and
freezer. You are welcome to bring
any special foods you like. We provide
juices, soft drinks, snacks, sandwiches,
yogurt, puddings, applesauce, fruit
cocktail mix etc. The coach will order
take-out from a nice restaurant like
Cracker Barrel and serve dinner in
the dining area of the coach.
How much luggage can I take along?
The MED COACH has a large baggage
area which allows for several large
pieces of luggage and several large
boxes. TV sets up to 30”.
What about my car?
The MED COACH will pull a trailer
which will hold a large car or small
SUV. There is an extra charge for
fuel and the trailer.
How do I reserve the MED COACH?
The Coach is reserved for you for
the proposed date with a credit card
and rescheduled if you change the
date. It is best to reserve the MED
COACH as soon as you have a date in
mind and reserve the earliest available
day.
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