
If you’ve noticed adult day care costs creeping up lately, there’s a hidden reason many families are missing—transportation. While most people focus on staffing or medical services, the cost of getting seniors to and from these programs is quietly driving prices higher. For families already balancing tight budgets, even small increases can add up fast. And because transportation fees are often bundled or unclear, the true cost isn’t always obvious until the bill arrives. Here’s what you need to know about transportation costs going up, and how you can combat it.