[MidWestIA]

Mine lasted more like 6+ hours I just wore sunglasses and drove him it is a little fuzzy take it easy

[craigrmorrison]

By chance, if you have a MediCare Advantage policy, check to see if there is a transportation benefit.

Many policies have a limited number of round trip benefits for non-emergency medical appointments.

If your doesn’t, remember that starting October 15th the Annual Enrollment Period for MediCare starts. This gives everyone of MediCare age the ability to review their policy and make changes, if desired.

There are 9 companies that offer MediCare Advantage policies in Lake, Marion & Sumter.

I would recommend seeking out an independent broker.

[Madisond]

Uber is terrific! Put the app on your phone so you can see exactly who is coming. You can share it with others if it makes you feel better. You’ll be fine!

[Felicia Wrbel]

Originally Posted by Heartnsoul

Have to go to eye Dr and get eyes dilated. Takes hrs in Dr so don't like asking anyone to wait for me. Has anyone tried a Uber? Am a little nervous about trying it, being in car with a stranger?

I have used Lyft often on the Villages. Uber is also available, and many drivers are affiliated with both. I have never had a problem - drivers polite and friendly. Relax, and good luck with your appointment!

Felicia Wrubel

[Garywt]

I have this done once a year. Has never taken 2-3 hours for me. I have an exam, get the drops, wait about 10 minutes, they take a look and I am on my way. The make sure I have sunglasses and I drive home. I have never used Uber or any of those services, would rather take a cab which we do when we travel. I would guess most friends would be willing to pick you up.

[gail swanson]

Be kind please

[Caymus]

I wonder if I could navigate the Uber App after being dilated. I know that I have trouble reading restaurant menus right after.

[Altavia]

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[Indydealmaker]

Originally Posted by Bill14564

In general there is no concern with taking an Uber. Have used them in many cities both in Florida and up the east coast. They will tell you the type of car and plate number, just make sure that is the car that you get into and you'll be fine.

Only problem I've seen with Uber around here is the price. Whether we are a captive market or there just aren't many drivers, the price is pretty high in the Villages.

What a very respectful answer!

[joelfmi]

Originally Posted by Heartnsoul

Have to go to eye Dr and get eyes dilated. Takes hrs in Dr so don't like asking anyone to wait for me. Has anyone tried a Uber? Am a little nervous about trying it, being in car with a stranger?

Get the village to have community travel van for their residence that would be the best way to travel to doctors appointments like a lot of senior communities have because their citizen cannot dive which is one of the most important thing to have as appositive selling point. To me golf is just as important as getting around if you can not drive.

[juddfl]

I go to Ocala to have my eyes dilated and tested. There are drops to change it back. I go shopping afterward and then drive home.

[RVJim]

Originally Posted by juddfl

I go to Ocala to have my eyes dilated and tested. There are drops to change it back. I go shopping afterward and then drive home.

The reversing drops are no longer being manufactured so most if not all providers no longer use them.

[Geraldine kain]

Originally Posted by Heartnsoul

I don't think this website is very nice. Rude people on here with scarcastic answers. Of course I've been in a taxi and limo about 40 yrs ago with other friends or husband not a 75 yr old woman alone also my Dr takes 2 to 3 hrs before u leave office and because I have 2 detached retinas,. no I cannot see in 45 minutes. Why bother posting here. The scarcastic remarks are downright RUDE

I agree with the RUDE comments posting. If you don’t have any advice to give don’t say anything. The rude advice is probably coming from a new villager. Before all this new influx such remarks would never be made. Have received helpful information regarding honest queries in years past. Have you heard the Villages called America’s Friendliest Home Town???

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Geraldine kain

I agree with the RUDE comments posting. If you don’t have any advice to give don’t say anything. The rude advice is probably coming from a new villager. Before all this new influx such remarks would never be made. Have received helpful information regarding honest queries in years past. Have you heard the Villages called America’s Friendliest Home Town???

That was a rude comment about new villagers...

[Heartnsoul]

Sure. Would love that thank u