Transportation
Town of Wethersfield: Dial-A-Ride
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Please make sure to contact Town of Wethersfield: Dial-A-Ride to confirm details of their transportation services.

Provides rides for only the following purposes: necessary errands, medical appointments, or grocery shopping. Also, you must meet at least one of these criteria: you are 60+ years old, you have a disability, or . And, you must be a member, or sign-up to become a member.

Dial-A-Ride is a convenient transportation service designed for individuals in need of non-emergency medical transportation, including older adults. This program operates as a public transit service that offers private rides via taxi or car. Riders are required to schedule their trips in advance, typically at least one day ahead, and have the option to pay using insurance, vouchers, coupons, or through donations. In addition, Dial-A-Ride offers the flexibility of accepting Medicaid payments, credit card transactions, checks, pre-payments, and cash. For a yearly registration fee of $78, participants can access this paratransit program that assists with packages or bags and accommodates service animals. Dial-A-Ride allows for on-demand scheduling, shared rides, and fixed route services, catering to various transportation needs. The program ensures a seamless experience by offering door-to-door or curb-to-curb transportation, with the option for a driver to wait for the passenger during errands or appointments. Whether individuals prefer to schedule trips a few days or a week in advance, Dial-A-Ride strives to provide reliable and inclusive transportation services for older adults.


Service Area

Glastonbury, Wethersfield, Hartford, Newington, Rocky Hill


Days of operation

Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Contact Town of Wethersfield: Dial-A-Ride

505 Silas Deane Highway
Whethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 721-2977
https://wethersfieldct.gov/content/398/430/641.aspx

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