Getting out and about and doing the things you have always done is an important part of staying independent. When that becomes difficult, Freedom Drivers offer a safe, trustworthy and caring service, which is much more than just transport, for people of all ages.
“Our drivers provide all kinds of extra help and assistance at both ends of the journey, depending on what is needed,” says franchisor Julian Smith.
“For example, we are happy to accompany clients to appointments and wait; assist people to find their way in clinics and hospitals; negotiate stairs; make sure children are dropped at the right place with the right person; and assist with shopping and airport transfers, plus much more. Just call and discuss your needs.”
Freedom clients include:
- Seniors who no longer drive or who prefer not to.
- Non-drivers.
- People of any age needing transport due to illness, injury or disability.
- Anyone wanting reliable, friendly transport with the same driver, who will provide extra care and attention.
- Children and teens needing school, after-school or sports transport.
- Tourists and holidaymakers looking for a personal driver.
Freedom Drivers are professional, honest and reliable, and a “right hand” when it comes to appointments and grocery shopping. Nothing is too much trouble.
Freedom caters for a wide range of appointments and activities, including:
- Medical appointments.
- Business travel.
- ACC-funded transport.
- Total Mobility-funded transport in some areas. Note that Total Mobility cards or vouchers may be referred to as “Taxi Chits” in
some areas, but are valid for Freedom Drivers’ services. Check with your local driver. - Personal appointments, such as visits to the hairdresser.
- Shopping trips, where drivers will assist with shopping, push trolleys and carry groceries.
- Family and social outings.
- Airport pick-ups and drop-offs.
- Scenic drives.
- School runs, after-school and sports transport.
- Personal driving services for holidaymakers and tourists.
A regular client who uses Freedom Drivers to take her three young sons to school and back says the service is excellent: “Brilliant with the kids, and the driver goes above and beyond to make us all feel comfortable and safe.”
Freedom Drivers’ services are pre-quoted and pre-booked. Simply call your local driver for more information and to discuss your specific needs.
Services are available in Auckland, Hamilton, Kerikeri, Tauranga, Rotorua, Taranaki, Wellington — including Waikanae, Levin and Kapiti — and Nelson, from where longer trips around the top of the South Island can also be covered.
Call 0800 956 956 free from landlines, or visit www.freedomdrivers.co.nz to find the contact details for your local driver.
Franchise areas are also available. Email franchises@freedomdrivers.co.nz for more information.
