For years, public-private partnerships have helped older adults stay mobile, independent, and socially connected. One standout example was the Tri-Town 55+ Coalition “Rides for Seniors” program serving Chatham Borough, Chatham Township, and Madison, New Jersey in collaboration with GoGoGrandparent.
How it began (2017)
Launched in 2017, the program made it simple for eligible older adults to request rides without a smartphone via GoGoGrandparent (through trusted providers like Uber and Lyft). Local coverage included nearby destinations in Morristown, Florham Park, Summit, Berkeley Heights, New Providence, and Millburn, connecting riders to medical care and cultural venues like the Mayo Performing Arts Center and the Paper Mill Playhouse.
Early local reporting captured the spirit and goal of the effort: to reduce isolation and make everyday trips easier for non-drivers. (See the local paper coverage: Madison Eagle article.)
Program update & conclusion (2021 → 2023)
- 08/30/2021 – Internal announcement: Tri-Town notified riders that the Grotta Fund for Senior Care subsidy was ending and that rider accounts would be converted to standard GoGoGrandparent accounts going forward.
- Subsequent wind-down: The coalition later completed its dissolution process. During the transition, affected riders kept their GoGoGrandparent access (same phone-based experience, 24/7 live operators, and rides through our trusted provider network).
The Tri-Town 55+ program provided thousands of trips for Chatham/Madison area residents and stands as a strong example of how local coalitions and public-private partnerships can expand mobility for older adults.
What’s available to NJ seniors today
Even though the Tri-Town 55+ subsidy has ended, GoGoGrandparent continues to support older adults across New Jersey and nationwide with a suite of phone-based services (no app required):
- GoGoRides – 24/7 phone-based ride requests through trusted providers like Uber and Lyft.
- GoGoGroceries – Phone-assisted grocery ordering and delivery.
- GoGoGourmet – Phone-assisted meal ordering and delivery from local restaurants.
- GoGoPrescription – Pharmacy pickup and medication delivery coordination.
- GoGo Home Services – Help arranging trusted pros for housekeeping, errands, light fixes, and more.
- GoGoCare – Phone-based care navigation, check-ins, and benefits guidance.
- Grow with GoGo – Free, weekly live virtual fitness for active members: check our YouTube channel, plus the Chair Yoga playlist and Functional Fitness playlist.
Families can also monitor and assist through Family Features, including booking on a loved one’s behalf and receiving helpful ride updates.
Get started
Joining takes just a couple of minutes. Register with GoGoGrandparent to set up phone-based access to rides, deliveries, and more—so you can keep living life on your terms.
