Charity Rimbey, AB
This organization is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Registration number: | 120631635RR0001 |
Type: | Charitable Organization |
Category: | Other Purposes Beneficial to the Community |
Subcategory: | Relief of the Aged |
The Blindman Handivan Society provides essential transportation services for seniors and people with disabilities. The society helps community members reach medical appointments, shopping trips, social events, and other destinations. They strive to maintain affordable transportation options for those who need assistance with mobility.
The Blindman Handivan Society operates in Rimbey, Alberta and extends its services to neighboring communities. Their vehicles transport passengers to Red Deer, Calgary, Edmonton, Ponoka, Wetaskiwin, Sylvan Lake, and Rocky Mountain House. The organization has been serving the rural community of Rimbey since 1986, making it a longstanding local institution.
The society maintains two specialized vehicles for community transportation needs. One van is equipped with a lift for wheelchair accessibility, accommodating up to six passengers including two wheelchairs. They employ dedicated in-town and out-of-town drivers to provide these vital services. The society offers reasonable fares, charging only $5 for in-town round trips and 45 cents per kilometer for out-of-town journeys. Their services are supported through government grants, donations from the Town of Rimbey, County of Ponoka, and local service clubs.
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