Our Mission
At Louisiana Wheelchair Rides, our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and compassionate transportation services for individuals with mobility challenges across the New Orleans Metro Area and surrounding communities. We are committed to enhancing accessibility by offering scheduled rides tailored to meet the unique needs of seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those requiring non-emergency medical transportation.
Through professional service, trained drivers, and accessible vehicles, we aim to empower our passengers to maintain their independence, connect with their community, and participate fully in the vibrant life of Southeast Louisiana. Whether it's a medical appointment, a special event, or a family gathering, we ensure every journey is smooth, dignified, and on time.
Our Story
Louisiana Wheelchair Rides was founded with a simple belief — that every person, regardless of mobility challenges, deserves access to safe, reliable, and dignified transportation. We saw a need in our community for a wheelchair accessible service that truly puts passengers first, and we built Louisiana Wheelchair Rides to fill that gap. Today, we are proud to serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those requiring medical transportation across the New Orleans Metro Area and surrounding communities with the care and professionalism every rider deserves.
Who We Serve
Louisiana Wheelchair Rides was built for the people who need it most — seniors looking to maintain their independence, individuals with disabilities navigating daily life, patients attending medical appointments, residents of senior living facilities, and the caregivers and family members who support them. If you or a loved one needs safe, scheduled wheelchair accessible transportation in the New Orleans Metro Area or surrounding communities, we are here for you.
Our Service Area
Louisiana Wheelchair Rides is proud to serve the Greater New Orleans area and surrounding communities, including the New Orleans Metro Area, Slidell, Houma, Laplace, Mandeville, the French Quarter, Mid-City, and Uptown. Louisiana Wheelchair Rides is a service of Louisiana Rides, LLC.
Our Vehicles
Our fleet of ramp-equipped vans is maintained to the highest standards of safety and cleanliness. Every vehicle is outfitted with a wheelchair ramp and proper securement systems to ensure a smooth, stable, and comfortable ride from pickup to drop-off. We take pride in keeping our vehicles in excellent condition so that every passenger feels safe and at ease on every trip.
Our Drivers
Our drivers are the heart of Louisiana Wheelchair Rides. Every driver is NEMT certified, CPR certified, HIPPA trained, and has passed a thorough background check before ever stepping behind the wheel. Beyond their credentials, our drivers are selected for their patience, professionalism, and genuine commitment to the wellbeing of every passenger they serve. When you ride with us, you're in good hands.
Louisiana Wheelchair Rides is fully insured with full state approval to operate. All drivers hold active NEMT certification, CPR certification, and HIPAA training, and have completed comprehensive state and federal background checks. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism so that our passengers and their families can ride with complete confidence.