SF AIDS Foundation, Uber provide free rides for HIV/AIDS patients to doctor's visits

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A community program is offering free Uber rides for people needing to get to clinics and health care providers.

SAN FRANCISCO – Monday is National HIV / AIDS and Aging Awareness Day, which highlights not only the progress made helping people living with HIV but also advocate for those older adults with unique needs.

Stoutmire recently moved into an apartment where he enjoys the chance to spend time in his neighborhood with nearby parks as well as restaurants and shops within walking distance. It's a product of the treatment he receives from the foundation and other medical care. San Francisco AIDS Foundation clients have received almost 1,000 rides using Uber Health, according to the company. It makes a difference in the health of patients like Stoutmire, who says he gets to appointments more frequently and feels better about the experience with this service.

 

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