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Regional Transportation Program: Volunteer Transportation Program
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Please make sure to contact Regional Transportation Program: Volunteer Transportation Program 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 Volunteer Transportation Program offers older adults affordable and convenient non-emergency medical transportation through taxi services, making it easier to access necessary healthcare appointments. Riders can schedule rides in advance, ensuring timely and reliable transportation to their destinations. The program accepts various forms of payment, including insurance, vouchers, donations, and Medicaid payments, making it accessible to a wide range of individuals. In addition to offering private rides via car, the program also provides transportation through buses or trains, following fixed routes for added convenience. Door-to-door and curb-to-curb services are available, accommodating older adults with varying mobility needs. Riders can enjoy the flexibility of on-demand scheduling and shared rides when using this paratransit service. Furthermore, the program's attentive drivers are willing to wait for passengers during appointments or errands, offering a supportive and personalized transportation experience. With a focus on inclusivity, the program allows riders to travel with service animals. Overall, the Volunteer Transportation Program strives to enhance older adults' independence and well-being by providing a vital link to essential healthcare services and community resources.


Service Area

Parts of Cumberland County. Call the office to make sure that they serve your specific town.


Contact Regional Transportation Program: Volunteer Transportation Program

127 St. John Street
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 774-2666
https://www.rtprides.org/catch-a-ride/

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