Transportation
Connect Douglas: Paratransit
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Please make sure to contact Connect Douglas: Paratransit to confirm details of their transportation services.

Provides rides for any purpose, as long as you meet one of the following criteria: you have a disability.

Paratransit is a specialized transportation program that offers non-emergency medical transportation services for older adults. This public transit program allows riders to schedule their taxi rides at least a day in advance, providing convenience and flexibility for those needing transportation to medical appointments, errands, or social engagements. Members of the Paratransit program can pay for their rides using various methods, including insurance, vouchers, coupons, donations, or even Medicaid payments. The program also offers the option to pay a flat fee or a membership fee, depending on the individual's preferences and needs. Riders can expect door-to-door transportation via car, van, bus, or train, with the program accommodating service animals as necessary. Paratransit aims to make transportation more accessible and convenient for older adults, offering shared rides and on-demand scheduling for added flexibility. With helpful features like drivers who can wait for passengers during errands or appointments, this program provides a reliable and efficient way for older adults to get where they need to go safely and comfortably.


Service Area

Douglas County


Days of operation

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

Contact Connect Douglas: Paratransit

8800 Dorris Road
Douglasville, GA 30134
(770) 949-7665
https://www.douglascountyga.gov/495/Connect-Douglas

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