Why Rideshare Driving is Great for Retirees

Retirees looking to fill some of their free time while also making a difference in their community may want to consider becoming a HopSkipDrive CareDriver. As a technology company that solves complex transportation challenges, HopSkipDrive arranges care-centered transportation, connecting kids, older adults, or anyone needing extra support to highly vetted “caregivers on wheels” known as CareDrivers. 

Many CareDrivers are parents, former teachers or school personnel, retired daycare owners, social workers, or have experience in similar professions working with children or others who need a little extra care. By becoming a HopSkipDrive CareDriver, retirees can create meaningful connections, stay mentally active, and enjoy social enrichment within their community all while earning extra income. Read on to learn more about how HopSkipDrive provides the perfect part-time earning opportunity for retirees.

Flexibility 

One of the most appealing aspects of rideshare driving for retirees is its flexibility. Unlike traditional employment, which often demands fixed hours and commitments, rideshare driving allows retirees to choose when, where, and how much they want to work. 

Many retirees prefer HopSkipDrive over other ridesharing companies because they want a safe way to make extra income. The rides available on the HopSkipDrive platform occur mostly in the daylight hours, before and after school. HopSkipDrive provides the opportunity to earn money part-time for retirees, who can set their own hours and create a flexible schedule that fits their life — and there are no last-minute ride requests. This convenient flexibility can also provide peace of mind for retirees, who can claim rides and create a schedule up to seven days in advance. 

Extra income

Often, retirees seek ways to supplement their income. Rideshare driving offers a straightforward way to earn extra money without the pressure of a full-time job. HopSkipDrive has a Hello and Welcome Promotion for new CareDrivers, which guarantees they will earn at least $500 if they claim and complete 10 rides within 14 days of being certified as a CareDriver.* After the promotion period ends, earnings can vary based on a variety of factors including the geographic location, how much demand there is, and more. HopSkipDrive CareDrivers can earn, on average, over $35 per ride, completing on average seven to eight trips a week on the platform.  

Social enrichment

Retirement can sometimes lead to a reduction in social interactions, especially for individuals who were accustomed to daily interactions in a workplace setting. Rideshare driving provides retirees with the opportunity to meet new people, engage in meaningful conversations, and build connections within their community. Claiming HopSkipDrive rides as a CareDriver provides retirees with the opportunity to make a real difference and positive impact in the lives of the riders they are transporting, many of whom are children who need a safe and reliable way to get to and from school. By creating connections with families, teachers, riders, and fellow CareDrivers, retirees can experience regular social enrichment.

Staying mentally active 

It’s important for retirees to remain physically and mentally active. Doing so can provide the foundation for all other forms of wellness and can support independence longer. Rideshare driving with HopSkipDrive is a great part-time opportunity that can help retirees improve mental focus, practice adaptability, and utilize problem-solving skills. When providing rides through the HopSkipDrive platform, CareDrivers engage various cognitive skills such as visual and spatial processing, coordination, and decision making.

Contributing to the community

Community is vital to a retiree’s health and well-being, and part-time work can help a retiree feel a sense of purpose within their community. Being a CareDriver is the perfect opportunity to forge community connections. Offering a  warm smile, a listening ear, and participating in meaningful conversations with riders can create a sense of belonging for CareDrivers. Whether a retiree completes one ride a day or many, every HopSkipDrive ride has the potential to make a real difference.

As one HopSkipDrive CareDriver shares: “I am a former music teacher and driving with HopSkipDrive is the perfect kid fix. They are all great kids — even the big (adult) kids. This is a perfect opportunity for me.” 

HopSkipDrive offers retirees an excellent way to earn additional income with flexible hours, maintain mental engagement, and give back to their community. If you are a retiree looking for part-time opportunities, consider becoming a CareDriver with HopSkipDrive.

*Terms Apply: Read more about the Hello and Welcome Promotion here, and find our Promotion Terms and Conditions here.