ting  unacceptable  and stressed the importance of including older adults in conversations about public safety.

The agency provides support resources - including transportation - to thousands of South Side residents over 50.

 Transportation is the largest social barrier to access to care, but it isn't just about connecting to healthcare,  Harmon said.  It's about navigating throughout your life, about getting access to grocery stores or shopping or connecting with your family in your community. And so, so many of our older adults in the city rely on public transportation. 

Harmon noted that safety on public transportation is extremely important, especially for the city's older population.

 The seniors in our community, they deserve to feel safe. They deserve to maintain their independence and participate fully in their communities,  Harmon said.  I am hopeful that we will see a future where that exists for our entire population.