South Charlotte & Matthews, NC
James
Drove a city bus for 30 years. Now he drives the same four neighbors — and remembers all four grocery lists.
About James
James knows every back road in Mecklenburg County. After retiring from city transit, he wanted something steadier than rideshare and quieter than another full-time job. Now he runs a tight little route — physical therapy on Tuesdays, the pharmacy on Thursdays, church on Sundays — and stops for groceries on the way home if anyone needs it.
Currently helps
Mrs. Howell, 74 — recovering from a hip replacement
Service menu
James's services & prices
Your $15 weekly membership credit is applied as a discount on any service you book with James. The remainder is paid at the time of service — plus an optional tip.
Standing weekly ride
Same day, same time, every week. The whole point of having a regular driver.
$35/ visit
With credit: $20 + tip
Ride + grocery stop on the way home
Your appointment, then a quick stop at Harris Teeter. James carries the bags in.
$45/ visit
With credit: $30 + tip
Wheelchair-accessible vehicle ride
Arranged in advance — a roomier vehicle with a ramp for easy loading.
$55/ visit
With credit: $40 + tip
Early-morning pickup (before 7am)
First-appointment slots covered, coffee in the cupholder if you'd like.
$50/ visit
With credit: $35 + tip
Sunday church round-trip
There and back, with a friendly hand on the steps.
$40/ visit
With credit: $25 + tip
Pharmacy run (no passenger)
James picks up your prescription and drops it at your door.
$30/ visit
With credit: $15 + tip
Prices set by James. Tipping is appreciated but never required. Unused weekly credits don't roll over — they're meant to keep your weekly rhythm with your driver going.
What James offers members
Every CaringDriver brings their own strengths. Here's what James is especially great at.
- Standing weekly appointments (PT, dialysis, church)
- Grocery and pharmacy runs on the way home
- Patient with mobility aids — walkers, wheelchairs, oxygen
- Wheelchair-accessible vehicle on request
- Reliable for early-morning pickups
“I'm done racing for fares. These folks plan their week around me. That's worth more.”
— James, Charlotte, NC
