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Create AccountPlease make sure to contact Ozarks Transportation Organization: Metropolitan Planning Organization to confirm details of their transportation services.
Provides rides for any purpose, to all people, and no membership is required.
The Metropolitan Planning Organization program offers convenient transportation services tailored for older adults who require non-emergency medical transportation. With a focus on accessibility and flexibility, this program provides rides via taxi or public transit, ensuring older adults can reach their medical appointments, run errands, or attend social engagements. Riders have the option to schedule their rides in advance, allowing for proper planning and coordination of transportation needs.
This program offers various payment options, including insurance, vouchers, donations, and membership fees, ensuring affordability for older adults with different financial situations. Additionally, the program accepts Medicaid payments and allows payment via check, credit card, or cash, providing convenience and ease of access. With a focus on inclusivity, the program permits service animals on rides, prioritizing the comfort and needs of older adults with assistance animals.
Whether older adults prefer private rides, shared rides, or fixed-route services, the Metropolitan Planning Organization program caters to diverse transportation preferences. From door-to-door assistance to curb-to-curb transportation, this program ensures that older adults can travel safely and comfortably to their destinations. By offering on-demand scheduling and accommodating waits for passengers during errands or appointments, this program aims to enhance the overall transportation experience for older adults in the community.
Service Area
Ozark
Contact Ozarks Transportation Organization: Metropolitan Planning Organization
205 Park Central East Suite 205
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 865-3042
http://www.ozarkmissouri.com/index.aspx?NID=156
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