Nassau County · Hempstead
Senior Medical Transportation in Hempstead, NY
DachiPlus provides senior medical transportation from Hempstead throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from Hempstead to Nassau University Medical Center and Mount Sinai South Nassau. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.
Many seniors on Long Island stop driving long before they stop needing regular medical care. DachiPlus provides patient, compassionate transportation specifically tuned for older adults — slow, careful loading, no rushing, support with mobility devices, and drivers who understand that getting to a 10 AM appointment may take an hour of preparation. We work with family caregivers, adult children booking from out of state, and assisted living facilities to make recurring or one-time senior medical transport simple.
Medical destinations from Hempstead
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Hempstead
East Meadow, NY
Nassau University Medical Center
NUMC is a 530-bed public safety-net hospital serving Nassau County, with a Level I trauma center.
Transportation info →Oceanside, NY
Mount Sinai South Nassau
Mount Sinai South Nassau is a 455-bed Mount Sinai Health System hospital serving the South Shore of Nassau County.
Transportation info →Travel times from Hempstead
How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?
Estimated under normal traffic. DachiPlus schedules pickups to account for variable travel times.
Before your ride from Hempstead
A checklist for patients & caregivers
A little preparation makes every trip smoother.
- ✓ Have the appointment address, suite number, and any parking or entrance notes ready
- ✓ Let us know about any mobility devices: cane, walker, or folding wheelchair
- ✓ Tell us if extra boarding time is needed — we are never in a rush
- ✓ If a family member or aide is riding along, request a companion seat at booking
- ✓ Bring a list of current medications and your primary care provider's contact info
- ✓ Confirm whether a return pickup is needed and the expected appointment duration
Hempstead — local question
Does DachiPlus serve Hempstead for Medicaid transportation?
Yes — DachiPlus serves all of Hempstead for both Medicaid and private pay medical transportation. Hempstead has the highest Medicaid transportation volume in Nassau County. Medicaid members call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay patients call (516) 754-7777.
Request DachiPlus through MAS
Medicaid riders in New York book transportation through Medical Answering Services (MAS). Call MAS and ask for DachiPlus by name.
Book a ride directly
Pay with credit card, HSA/FSA, Medicare Advantage benefits, workers' comp, no-fault auto, or long-term care insurance. Get a same-day quote.
FAQ
Senior Transport from Hempstead — common questions
Can family members or caregivers ride along with seniors?
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Yes. We strongly encourage family members or home health aides to ride with senior passengers, especially for first appointments, cognitively impaired passengers, or post-discharge trips. Companion seating is included at no extra cost.
Can you transport patients with dementia or cognitive impairment?
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Yes. Our drivers receive sensitivity training for passengers with dementia, Alzheimer's, and other cognitive conditions. For these passengers we strongly recommend a family member or aide ride along. Please mention any cognitive concerns at booking so we can assign an experienced driver.
Can you pick up from memory care facilities or assisted living?
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Yes. We work with many assisted living and memory care facilities across Long Island. We can pick up directly from the facility, coordinate with facility staff for handoff, and return the passenger to the same staff member upon completion.