Please make sure to contact Essex County Division of Senior Services: Special Transportation System 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 Special Transportation System is a comprehensive transportation service designed to assist older adults with their non-emergency medical transportation needs. This program offers various benefits, including the provision of transportation through taxis and car services, as well as public transit options like buses and trains. Riders can schedule their rides in advance, with options ranging from on-demand scheduling to booking rides several days or even a week ahead. One of the key features of this program is its flexibility in payment options. Riders can utilize insurance, vouchers, coupons, or Medicaid payments to cover the cost of the service. Additionally, the program encourages donations and accepts various forms of payment, including cash, credit cards, checks, and pre-payments. There is also a membership fee or flat fee structure available, ensuring that older adults have a range of choices to suit their preferences and needs. The Special Transportation System goes above and beyond by offering door-to-door transportation, allowing riders to be picked up and dropped off at their desired locations. This program also provides assistance with packages or bags, as well as accommodating service animals. Whether older adults require a driver who can wait for them during errands or appointments, or prefer shared rides following fixed routes, this program aims to provide a safe and convenient transportation solution for those in need.

Service Area

Areas served include Belleville, Bloomfield, Caldwell, Cedar Grove, East Orange, Essex Fells, Fairfield, Glen Ridge, Irvington, Livingston, Maplewood, Millburn, Montclair, Newark, North Caldwell, Nutley, Orange, Roseland, South Orange, Verona, West Caldwell, and West Orange.

Days of operation

Contact Essex County Division of Senior Services: Special Transportation System

900 Bloomfield Avenue
Verona, NJ 07044
(973) 395-8375
https://www.fairfieldnj.org/DocumentCenter/View/399/Essex-County-Senior-Transportation-Services-PDF