Serving Swoyersville & Luzerne County, PA

Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Swoyersville, PA

Touch of Kindness Transportation provides safe, reliable non-emergency medical transportation in Swoyersville, PA. We offer door-to-door wheelchair transportation, stretcher transportation, and ambulatory rides for medical appointments, hospital discharges, dialysis, physical therapy, nursing home transfers, and ongoing treatment throughout Luzerne County and surrounding areas.

About Touch of Kindness

About Our Swoyersville Service

A Small Borough With Serious Healthcare Needs We Take Both Seriously

Swoyersville is a compact borough on the western bank of the Susquehanna River, neighbored by Kingston, Luzerne Borough, and Plymouth in the lower Wyoming Valley. Its residents have always shared the same access to the Valley’s hospitals and medical centers as any other Luzerne County community. For many patients, the challenge is not where to go for care, but how to get there safely and on time.

Touch of Kindness Transportation operates out of West Pittston and serves Swoyersville as part of our core Wyoming Valley coverage. We provide reliable non-emergency medical transportation in Swoyersville, PA, helping residents reach Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, dialysis centers, rehabilitation clinics, specialist offices, and care facilities throughout Luzerne County.

Swoyersville is a borough where many residents have lived for decades seniors who raised families here, veterans who settled here after service, and individuals managing ongoing health conditions who need transportation they can depend on. Whether it is a recurring dialysis schedule that must stay consistent each week or a one-time hospital discharge, we handle every ride with compassion, punctuality, and professionalism.

Our Swoyersville transportation services include wheelchair transportation, stretcher transportation, ambulatory transportation, dialysis transportation, hospital discharge transportation, and recurring rides for ongoing treatment. Every trip is provided with ADA-compliant vehicles, trained drivers, and respectful door-to-door assistance.

Our Services in Swoyersville

Every Medical Transport Need Handled Through a Single Call

Swoyersville residents have access to the full spectrum of non-emergency medical transportation through Touch of Kindness from a weekly dialysis run to a middle-of-the-night hospital discharge, covered by one provider at any hour.

Wheelchair Transportation

Hydraulic lift vans with interior ramps and 4-point tie-down securements for power and manual wheelchair users. Drivers trained in proper boarding, securement, and assisted transfer from Swoyersville homes.

Stretcher Transportation

Flat-transport vehicles and trained staff for patients who cannot sit upright post-surgical recovery, severe orthopedic injuries, or medical fragility. We handle residential pickups throughout Swoyersville.

Dialysis Transportation

Fixed weekly schedules to DaVita, Fresenius, and all Luzerne County dialysis centers. One call sets the complete recurring program your driver arrives at your Swoyersville door on every treatment day, automatically.

Hospital Discharge Rides

Coordinated discharge transport from Geisinger Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre General, and all area hospitals back to Swoyersville homes, skilled nursing facilities, or rehabilitation centers 24 hours a day.

Cancer Treatment Rides

Reliable rides to Geisinger Cancer Center and Wyoming Valley oncology clinics for chemotherapy, radiation, and infusion therapy built into a recurring schedule for the full course of treatment.

Physical Therapy Transport

Regular rides to Allied Services Rehabilitation, Geisinger outpatient PT, and all Luzerne County therapy clinics for stroke recovery, joint replacement rehab, and ongoing neurological programs.

Nursing Home Transportation

Transport for residents of Swoyersville-area and Luzerne County care facilities to specialist visits and outpatient clinics with direct advance communication to facility coordinators at both ends.

Veteran Medical Transport

Dedicated rides to the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center from Swoyersville wheelchair, stretcher, and ambulatory transport available, with standing recurring schedules for ongoing VA programs.

Post-Surgery Transport

Assisted rides home from Wilkes-Barre-area surgical centers and hospitals following outpatient procedures from the discharge area to the patient's Swoyersville front door, with hands-on help to get settled.

Proudly Serving Northeastern & Western Pennsylvania

Where We Operate - Serving Pennsylvania with Care

From Pittsburgh to the Poconos, we provide trusted transportation across Pennsylvania’s key counties and surrounding communities.

Luzerne County

Lackawanna County

Monroe County

Lehigh County

Carbon County

Wyoming County

Surrounding cities:

Monroeville, Mt

Lebanon

McKeesport

Penn Hills

Wilkes-Barre

East Stroudsburg

Patient Reviews

What Swoyersville and Lower Valley Patients Are Saying

Healthcare Facilities We Serve

The Medical Centers Swoyersville Patients Rely On All Within Our Daily Routes

The lower Wyoming Valley puts Swoyersville within straightforward reach of several major medical centers. Our drivers travel to each of these facilities regularly and know every campus, parking structure, and discharge bay.

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital

Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center

Allied Services Rehabilitation Hospital

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Cancer Center

First Hospital Wyoming Valley Kingston

Transportation for Residents of the Lower Wyoming Valley's Care Facilities

Swoyersville sits near some of Luzerne County’s most established senior care communities. We work directly with facility coordinators in and around the Kingston-Plymouth corridor to make resident transport as smooth as the rest of their care.

The Gardens at Forty Fort

Assisted living and memory care just north of Swoyersville our drivers provide consistent, unhurried transport for residents heading to specialist visits, imaging, and outpatient appointments.

Kingston Care Center

Skilled nursing facility near the Swoyersville borough line we coordinate scheduled and same-day transport for residents needing outside medical care, with advance staff confirmation.

Jewish Home of Eastern Pennsylvania

Long-term nursing and skilled rehab facility coordinators call us for dependable resident transport when specialist visits, imaging, or outpatient appointments arise.

Forty Fort Center for Rehabilitation

Short and long-term skilled nursing we transport residents to external therapy and specialist appointments and coordinate directly with the facility's care management team.

Plymouth & Nanticoke Area Care Facilities

Personal care homes and adult residential facilities along the lower valley corridor we establish standing transport arrangements for residents heading to Kingston and Wilkes-Barre providers.

All Luzerne County SNFs & Adult Day Programs

Every licensed care facility in the county. Call (570) 301-2532 to set up a standing transport arrangement one conversation covers all your residents' needs going forward.

Why Choose Us

The Touch of Kindness Difference

Trusted by families, healthcare providers, and discharge planners across Swoyersville, the Wyoming Valley, and Luzerne County.

We Know the Lower Wyoming Valley

The roads between Swoyersville, Kingston, Edwardsville, Plymouth, and the Wilkes-Barre hospital campuses are routes our drivers travel every day. There is no last-minute guesswork on the morning of an appointment. Our team knows the most efficient routes, the proper entrances, and how to get patients to medical facilities safely and on time.

Patients Set the Pace

Swoyersville has many seniors and medically vulnerable residents who may need extra time to get ready, board the vehicle, and settle in before departure. Our drivers do not rush passengers. We provide transportation that is built around the patient’s comfort, mobility, and medical needs.

Familiar Drivers Make a Difference

For recurring clients such as dialysis patients, oncology patients, and physical therapy patients, we assign consistent drivers whenever possible. Over time, that familiarity creates a more comfortable experience. Drivers learn the patient’s name, routine, and preferences, which helps reduce stress and build trust.

Discharge Calls Are Handled Promptly

Hospital discharges do not always happen during standard business hours. When a discharge planner needs transportation back to Swoyersville from Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center or Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, our dispatch team is available to coordinate the ride quickly and professionally.

One Call Can Set Up Ongoing Transportation

Whether a patient needs transportation to dialysis several times a week or short-term rides for rehabilitation visits, one call can establish the recurring schedule. Our team helps coordinate transportation so patients and families do not have to manage every trip individually.

The Right Vehicle Is Confirmed Before Pickup

We ask the right questions during booking so we can send the appropriate vehicle based on the patient’s mobility needs. Whether the passenger uses a power wheelchair, requires stretcher transport, or is ambulatory, we confirm the right transportation option before dispatch so there are no surprises on pickup day.

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Call today to schedule veteran transportation to the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center.

Whether it is a one-time VA appointment or recurring transportation for ongoing care, our team provides respectful, dependable service for veterans in Swoyersville and surrounding Luzerne County communities.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes. Swoyersville is an active service area for Touch of Kindness Transportation, not just a nearby location we mention broadly. We regularly provide non-emergency medical transportation for residents traveling to hospitals, dialysis centers, rehabilitation clinics, VA appointments, and specialist offices throughout Luzerne County and surrounding areas.

We provide a full range of non-emergency medical transportation services in Swoyersville, including wheelchair transportation, stretcher transportation, ambulatory transportation, dialysis transportation, cancer treatment rides, physical therapy transportation, hospital discharge transportation, veteran transportation, and transportation for nursing home or assisted living residents.

Yes. We provide wheelchair transportation in Swoyersville using ADA-compliant vehicles equipped to safely transport both manual and power wheelchair users. Our drivers are trained to assist with boarding, securement, and safe transport to and from medical appointments, treatment centers, hospitals, and care facilities.

Yes. We offer non-emergency stretcher transportation in Swoyersville for patients who cannot sit upright during travel due to surgery recovery, injury, illness, or medical fragility. We make sure the right vehicle and support are arranged before pickup so transportation is safe and comfortable from start to finish

Setting up recurring dialysis transportation is simple. One call allows us to confirm the patient’s pickup address, dialysis center, treatment days, appointment times, mobility needs, and any special instructions. Once the schedule is established, we manage the recurring transportation so the patient and family do not have to arrange each ride individually.

Yes. We regularly coordinate same-day hospital discharge transportation back to Swoyersville from facilities such as Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, and other area hospitals. We work around the discharge timeline and the patient’s mobility needs to provide a safe and dependable ride home or to another care facility.

Yes. We provide transportation from Swoyersville to the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center for primary care, specialty appointments, outpatient programs, behavioral health visits, and ongoing treatment. We also offer recurring transportation for veterans who need consistent rides to VA-related appointments.

Yes. We regularly transport patients from Swoyersville to Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center for hospital visits, outpatient procedures, specialist appointments, cancer treatment, rehabilitation, discharge pickup, and follow-up care. Our drivers are familiar with the campus and provide reliable transportation for both one-time and recurring appointments.

 

Yes. We understand that some passengers need a calmer, more familiar transportation experience. Our team approaches these rides with patience, clear communication, and respect. Whenever possible, we maintain consistency in scheduling and drivers for recurring trips, which can help reduce anxiety and make transportation more comfortable for passengers with dementia or similar conditions.

Yes. We provide transportation for residents of nursing homes, assisted living communities, rehabilitation centers, and other care facilities near Swoyersville. We coordinate with facility staff to arrange pickups, confirm appointment details, and make sure each resident receives the appropriate vehicle and level of assistance for the trip.

 

In addition to Swoyersville, we serve nearby communities throughout the lower Wyoming Valley and Luzerne County, including Kingston, Forty Fort, Wyoming, West Wyoming, Edwardsville, Plymouth, Luzerne Borough, Wilkes-Barre, and surrounding areas. If you are located nearby, call us to confirm service for your pickup location and destination.

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