Have you noticed how awfully hard public transportation has become for seniors? I personally think that it requires the agility of a 12-year old which obviously I don’t have, thank you very much. The mere act of stepping off a railway platform and into a train proves to be an act worthy of the circus! I don’t know about you but lately when confronted by this dilemma, I usually find myself dizzy and disoriented to even lift my foot, thanks to the ever present shoving teen who always comes running at me from back, I’m not having any problem hurling myself into the train without the benefit of time to think how to actually get in!

Yes, I am ranting. And, yes, I use the public transportation for getting around the city just so I won’t have any problem looking for a parking space. I’m lazy like that. But lately, I’m finding it hard to move around using the public transportation and whether I like it or not, I have to admit, impaired dexterity is not my best friend in situations like this.

If you plan to travel using the public transportation, here are some of the things you might want to remember for a smooth and hassle free ride:
· Make sure all your senses are up and running good. That is, you have to wear your eyeglasses so you can see at once if there is a hazard on your way that may cause you to trip, slip or fall. Also, if you are having a hard time hearing, get yourself fitted with a hearing aid first before you try to commute.
· As much as possible, don’t travel when raining or it has just rained as surely there will be patches of wet and slippery floors and pavements that are sure to cause falls and injuries.
· Keep your hands free from holding anything. If you’re bringing a bag with you, opt to bring sling types which you can just “sling” to your body and not bother holding it anymore. Belt bags and backpack are nice choices too since they allow your hands to be free to grab onto something if you lose balance.
· Stay on the right side at all times. Counterflowing is bad for your health.
· Safety first. At all times! Don’t forget to buckle up at every chance you get. Seat belts were installed to make your ride as safe as possible so better use them.