4 Ways to Get Lyft For Seniors Without Smartphones

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Seniors can primarily use Lyft through apps on their smartphones. If you do not have a smartphone or need a Lyft ride without downloading the app, here are 4 options to book a Lyft ride for seniors without a smartphone.

Option 1: Request a Ride from Lyft Website
Option 2: Use The ‘Request a ride for someone else’ Option
Option 3: Use Jitterbug Phone to Book a Ride
Option 4: Use GoGoGrandparent.com Service

Option 1: Request A Ride from Lyft Website

You go Lyft’s website to book a ride. Follow these steps to request a ride from the web.

Go to ride.lyft.com
Enter the pickup and drop-off locations
Select ride type in Ride Detail
Select Request a Lyft ride

You will receive a text message on your phone with ride details. You are required to log in to your Lyft account before requesting a ride through the web.

Option 2: Use The “request a ride for someone else” Option

Older adults can ask a family member, friend or caregiver etc to book a ride for them. To request a ride for someone else

Open the Lyft app and select the rider’s detination
Tap Change Rider option at the top of the screen

Next, tap on the Add Rider option

Select the rider from your contact list.

The rider will receive a text informing them that a ride is sent for them. If the rider has no Lyft account, they will receive a link on SMS to create an account.

The person requesting the ride will be responsible for the ride charges.

Option3: Use Jitterbug Phone To Book A Ride

Jitterbug phone users can use Lively Service to set up a Lyft ride without the Lyft app. Lively has partnered up with Lyft to provide you rides without relying on your friends or family members.

You can simply dial “0” on your phone and the operator from Lively will set up a Lyft ride for you.

You will be notified about the estimated arrival time and cost of the ride. You do not need to carry the cash. The fare will automatically be added to your next monthly bill.

Know more about this option from Lively website

Option 4: Use GoGoGrandparent.com Service

If you use GoGoGrandparent, you can request a Lyft ride with an operator.

Step 1: Call GoGoGrandparent at 855-464-6872 and pick an option that is right for you (for example, press 1 to get picked up at home, press 2 to get picked up from where you last dropped off or press 6 to talk to the operator)

Step 2: As the driver accepts your request, you will hear driver’s name, car color/make/model, license plate, and estimated arrival time.

Step 3: You will get a call when your ride is near. Keep your phone handy to receive the call. You can also speak to the driver by calling at 855-464-6872 and pressing 3.

If you use assistive devices (wheelchair, walker, etc), speak to the operator before requesting the ride.

Operators are available 24/7 to give quotes and schedule rides. Call on 855-464-6872 and press 0 to ask any question you may have.

Know more from GoGoParents website

These are 4 alternate ways to get a Lyft for seniors without smartphones.

Sohail Ahmed

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