Uber has introduced new features aimed at making transportation easier for older adults, including a senior-friendly app experience and tools for family support.

The new offering, called senior accounts, gives riders access to a simpler interface with larger text, fewer buttons, and easy-to-follow screens. It is part of Uber’s Family profiles feature, which lets a loved one help set up the account and assist with rides when needed.

Older adults who prefer to ride independently can also choose to enable Simple mode in their own app settings. This feature offers the same streamlined experience without linking to a Family profile.

“Transportation is one of the biggest barriers to independence as people age,” said Silvia Candamil Neira, Vice President, Global Initiative on Ageing and Longev

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