Meet the Cholula family of Santa Maria…… Their incredible resilience and strength were exemplified, especially in little Oscar, a brave young boy battling neurofibromatosis and muscular dystrophy. Despite his hardships, Oscar's indomitable spirit shone brightly, illuminating every room he entered with his infectious smile. As Oscar's condition worsened, the family turned to the Make-A-Wish Foundation for a ray of hope. When asked about his greatest wish, Oscar didn't hesitate. His greatest wish was to travel and reunite with his older brother, Omar, who had become a father figure to him follo ..read more

At Care Connection, our mission is centered around giving back to and connecting with the seniors we serve so dearly. That's why we are thrilled to announce the continuation of our 4th Annual Holiday Wish program for seniors. This year, we aim to make a senior's holiday season even more special by granting them a personalized outing of their choice. Our dedicated team of professionals and friendly staff find immense joy in providing a truly memorable 'Holiday Wish' experience. We are committed to taking recipients to any desired location within the Central Coast region that they feel would ben ..read more

Recently our CEO, Nancy Crawford, was asked to write an article about Women in Leadership for the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce quarterly magazine. Nancy shared her perspective through her journey as a leader in her article, 'The Power of Authenticity'. Click here to read the article. A little more about our leader...... Nancy, a native of Santa Maria and Nipomo, attended Valley Christian Academy and Allan Hancock College. After a few years abroad while her husband served in the US Air Force, she and her husband along with their three daughters now love being back home on the Central Coast ..read more

We have been serving the San Luis Obispo area for many years now, but recently we had the opportunity to share with the community about our services with a ribbon cutting through the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. Check out the chamber article here. Transportation plays a crucial role in determining the health outcomes of communities. According to a report by HealthCareDive.com in April 2023, 20% of individuals missed their healthcare appointments due to inadequate transportation. In San Luis Obispo County, this resulted in approximately 55,670 residents having to cancel or postpone the ..read more

Care Connection is now offering transitional care, a post-discharge home care service. Transitional care is an essential type of home care that focuses on the coordination and continuity of care for patients as they move between different healthcare settings or levels of care. The goal of transitional care is to ensure that patients receive the appropriate level of care and support during the transitions between hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, home care, and other healthcare settings. Transitional care typically involves a team-based approach with healthcare providers from different set ..read more

As our population ages, ensuring the well-being and independence of senior citizens becomes increasingly important. One key aspect to address is access to transportation, which plays a vital role in maintaining their quality of life. The importance of a multimodal transportation system cannot be overstated, it enables seniors to choose what service options meets their needs and allows them the freedom to attend essential medical appointments, visit family and friends, participate in social activities, or simply run errands without relying on others for assistance. By investing the various tran ..read more

MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION FOR SENIORS Care Connection is now offering a new monthly ride plan that can be very helpful for seniors who may have limited mobility and transportation options. Our plans offer a set number of rides per month, at a discounted rate, and can provide seniors with a reliable and affordable way to get around. With our ride plan, Seniors can budget ahead and save $111 dollars a month with safe and reliable rides. PLAN BENEFITS Independence: Many seniors may no longer be able to drive themselves or may live in areas where public transportation is limited. Care Connection’s mon ..read more

Giving back and connecting with the seniors we so dearly serve is at the very core of what Care Connection is all about. We love finding ways to give back and this year we are proud to continue our 3rd Annual Holiday Wish program for seniors. We hope to celebrate a senior with an outing of their choosing. Our team of professionals and friendly staff will take such joy in providing a very special ‘Holiday Wish’ to any desired location within the Central Coast for a recipient that you feel could benefit the most from this experience. Examples of a Holiday Wish Outing can be a visit to a holiday ..read more

Transportation Access to Mental Health Services Vital to Recovery. May is Mental Health Awareness Month which is a time to raise awareness of those living with mental or behavioral health issues and to help reduce the stigma so many experience. Mental illness can affect a person in so many ways and one of those ways is their ability to access transportation services. Transportation touches many aspects of a person’s daily life and without adequate and reliable access to mental health services they can become isolated. A ride to one of our local crisis centers, treatment programs, or even ther ..read more

City of Santa Maria recognizes Care Connection Transport Services for making significant contributions in the community. On April 19th, 2022, the City of Santa Maria together with the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce selected Care Connection Transport Services as the featured women-owned business of the month. Businesses are selected based on their significant amount of time in the community and for their unique and significant contributions to the community. This recognition reminds our community of the unique, diverse, and long-standing businesses we are fortunate to have in Santa Maria. We ..read more