Transportation

Thornton Township Senior Services: Dignified Senior Transportation

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Please make sure to contact Thornton Township Senior Services: Dignified Senior Transportation to confirm details of their transportation services.

Provides rides for any purpose, as long as you meet one of the following criteria: you are 60+ years old, or you have a disability.

The Dignified Senior Transportation program offers a valuable transportation service for older adults in the community. Through this program, older adults can schedule shared rides a few days in advance for a suggested donation amount of $1.00 per one-way trip. The program ensures that older adults have access to reliable transportation, providing curb-to-curb service for convenience and ease of use. One of the key features of the Dignified Senior Transportation program is its flexibility in payment options. Older adults can choose to pay for their rides using either cash or check, making it convenient for them to utilize the service. Additionally, riders are permitted to travel with their service animals, ensuring their comfort and safety during the journey. By offering a cost-effective and efficient transportation solution, the Dignified Senior Transportation program aims to support older adults in maintaining their independence and staying connected with their communities. This program relies on donations to continue providing this essential service to older adults, emphasizing the importance of community support in meeting the transportation needs of older community members.

Service Area

Services available throughout Thornton Township and to select locations outside township limits, including DaVita Comprehensive Renal Service in Hammond; Governors Highway Clinic in Homewood, South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest; MetroSouth Medical Center in Blue Island; St. Margaret Mercy Healthcare Center (North) in Hammond; Hammond Clinic in Munster; and the Community Hospital in Munster.

Days of operation

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

Contact Thornton Township Senior Services: Dignified Senior Transportation

333 East 162nd Street
South Holland, IL 60473
(708) 339-9980
http://www.thorntontownship.com/departments/senior-services/senior-transportation/

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