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Transportation

Find transportation services and programs that will help you stay mobile and get around your community.

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RESOURCES

These links will take you to 211CT.org, where you can refine your search by town.

Transportation Services

MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS TRANSPORTATION

Services that provide help seniors get to and from their medical appointments.

SENIOR RIDE PROGRAMS

Transportation services that focus on the needs of seniors.

LOCAL BUS SERVICES

Bus transportation services that serve area towns.

DISABILITY RELATED TRANSPORTATION

Transportation services for individuals with disabilities.

Driving Programs

MATURE DRIVERS TRAINING

Training to help seniors remain safe and responsible drivers.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Transportation Services

RIVA’S RIDES

Wheelchair-accessible transportation as well as transportation for people with other mobility disabilities.

WHEELCHAIR GETAWAYS OF CONNECTICUT

Wheelchair accessible vans to rent, lease, or buy.

WESTERN CT AREA AGENCY ON AGING TRANSPORTATION GUIDE

WCAAA and CT Community Foundation have created this town-by-town guide to transportation in Western Connecticut.

LOCAL SENIOR CENTERS

Some area Senior Centers provide free, low-cost and volunteer transportation services. Select your town to find services.

PARKING PERMITS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

The Department of Motor Vehicles issues permits allowing persons with qualifying disabilities to park in designated spaces.

Public Transportation Services

PARATRANSIT/ADA BUS SERVICES

These services are provided in all areas with local fixed route bus services for people who can't use the local bus system due to their disability.

PUBLIC BUS SYSTEMS

To find the public bus guide for your area.

Driving Programs

AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM

Learn about AARP’s Driver Safety Program for older drivers.

DRIVER TRAINING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

Free training for CT residents whose disability requires special equipment in order to operate a motor vehicle.

Local Resources

SENIOR CENTER RESOURCES

Visit your town's Senior Center page to learn about local resources.

FAQS

I don’t drive anymore. How can I get a ride to the doctor, to the senior center or to pick-up a prescription?

There are several options for seniors who no longer drive. Please see the lists above for assistance.

What transportation services provide wheelchair accessibility?

There are several programs in Connecticut that will help you get where you need to go and accommodate your wheelchair. Please see the links above in the “Transportation Services” sections to find programs in your area that provide wheelchair accessible transportation.

How do I know when I should stop driving?

It is very important that people of any age, but especially seniors, stop driving when it is no longer safe for them to drive. It is important to discuss this with your family to make the right decision to protect everyone involved. The AARP Driver Safety Program listed in the “Additional Resources” section above is a good place to start. On their website, you will also find articles and seminars which will help you determine when it is time to stop driving.

Are there any other local transportation resources right in my town?

Yes, you can check with your local Senior Center to find additional resources that are specific to your town. To find your local Senior Center, go to the “Select your Town” page on this website.

GLOSSARY

HARTransit

HARTransit provides demand response transportation to Danbury residents within the community and adjacent municipalities. Service is available to seniors 60 years or older and individuals with mobility disabilities. Service is door to door on request and is fully accessible.

Adaptive Driver Training

Adaptive driver training is instruction for people with disabilities to learn to drive using vehicles which have been modified to accommodate a disability. In Connecticut, the State Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) in cooperation with the State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) provides evaluation, instruction and licensing of people with disabilities who need special equipment to drive a car.

Vehicle Modification

Vehicle modifications are any mechanical or structural changes to a passenger car, van, or other motor vehicle that permits an individual with a disability to safely drive or ride as a passenger.

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THE CONSUMER LAW PROJECT FOR ELDERS

Consumer problems can range from financial exploitation to fraud. The Consumer Law Project for Elders (CLPE) is a non-profit law firm that provides free legal advice and assistance to seniors with consumer legal problems. To learn more, call the CLPE Hotline at: 1-800-296-1467.

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THE CONNECTICUT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Connecticut Energy Assistance Program is available for individuals and families who need help keeping their homes and families warm this winter. Eligible households should have an annual income that is at or below 60 percent of the state median income. Learn more and apply today to get assistance.

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The holidays are a joyous time to spend with our loved ones, but the ongoing state of COVID-19 pandemic should give us all a reason to take the proper steps in keeping our families safe. It is as important as ever to make sure we are doing our part to protect ourselves and keep our loved ones healthy.