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Driver Turns 500 Free Rides into Lifeline
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- Jun 21, 2026
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- 95
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Summary
John Saulle, a volunteer driver for Saco’s Age Friendly medical transportation program, just hit a major milestone—over 500 free rides—and he’s not slowing down. Since launching in 2022, the program has racked up 4,700+ one-way trips, 45,000+ miles, and 4,000+ volunteer hours, all helping seniors stay independent and connected. Saulle doesn’t just drop passengers off—he sticks around for appointments, runs errands, and even sparked a life-saving medical referral through a simple conversation. For him, it’s been deeply rewarding, even life-changing. Now healthy and energized, he’s doubling down on community service, including Election Day polling, proving that giving back isn’t just about the miles—it’s about the impact. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/42c4b0d923d1ad73