Transportation
Calcasieu Council on Aging : Senior Transportation
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Please make sure to contact Calcasieu Council on Aging : Senior Transportation to confirm details of their transportation services.

Provides rides for only the following purposes: medical appointments. Also, you must meet at least one of these criteria: you are 60+ years old, or you have a disability. No membership is required.

The Senior Transportation program offers non-emergency medical transportation services to older adults through a convenient taxi service. Riders can schedule their rides in advance, with the option to pay using insurance, vouchers, donations, or Medicaid payments. The program provides private car rides, with drivers who can assist passengers with packages and bags. Pricing is flexible, with a suggested $2 donation, membership fee, or flat fee structure available. In addition to taxi services, the program also offers paratransit options, including door-to-door and curb-to-curb transportation via van or public transit like buses or trains. Riders can book on-demand rides, shared rides, or fixed route services, with payment options ranging from cash to credit card or check. The program ensures accessibility by allowing service animals on board and providing drivers who can wait for passengers during errands or appointments. Overall, the Senior Transportation program strives to meet the diverse transportation needs of older adults, promoting independence and mobility within the community.


Service Area

Calcasieu Parish


Days of operation

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

Contact Calcasieu Council on Aging : Senior Transportation

3950 Highway 14
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 474-2583
https://calcoa.org/transportation/

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