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Friends of the Senior Citizens of Putnam County/ Putnam County Office for the Aging: Medical Transportation
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Please make sure to contact Friends of the Senior Citizens of Putnam County/ Putnam County Office for the Aging: Medical 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. No membership is required.

The Medical Transportation program is a vital non-emergency transportation service designed for individuals who require transportation to and from medical appointments, errands, or other necessary trips. This program offers convenient door-to-door transportation using taxis and ensures older adults have access to the transportation they need. Riders have the flexibility to schedule rides in advance, typically needing to do so at least one day beforehand, and the program also allows for on-demand scheduling for more immediate needs. The program offers various payment options, including insurance, vouchers, donations, and even Medicaid payments. For those in Putnam County, the suggested donation for a round trip is $8, while rides outside the county incur a fee of $15. Additionally, the program ensures a comfortable experience by providing private car rides and assisting passengers with packages or bags as needed. Furthermore, the service caters to individuals with service animals, making it inclusive and accommodating for all riders.


Service Area

Putnam County or Out-of-County areas such as Mt. Kisco, Danbury, Yorktown or within a 50 mile radius.


Contact Friends of the Senior Citizens of Putnam County/ Putnam County Office for the Aging: Medical Transportation

110 Old Route Six Building #1
Carmel, NY 10512
(845) 808-1700
http://www.putnamcountyny.com/ofa/additional-programs/

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