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Rensselaer County Unified Family Services, Department for the Aging: Senior Transportation

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Please make sure to contact Rensselaer County Unified Family Services, Department for the Aging: Senior Transportation to confirm details of their transportation services.

The Transportation Assistance Program offers affordable transportation options for older adults in the community. For a suggested contribution of just $.25 per one-way trip in a regular van, or $5 per round trip in a medical van, older adults can access safe and reliable transportation services. There is also an option for rides outside the county for a flat fee of $6 round trip. To utilize this program, older adults need to schedule their rides in advance, with a recommendation to book as early as possible. Payments for the rides can be made using checks or cash, providing flexibility for the riders. The program offers convenient curb-to-curb transportation services, ensuring that older adults can easily access essential medical appointments, grocery shopping, or social engagements.

Service Area

Hoosik, Pittstown, West Berlin, Grafton, Stephentown, Petersburg, Troy, Wynantskill, Pleasantdale, Rensselaer, Defreestville, Castleton, Nassau, Sand Lake, Schodack and Albany.

Contact Rensselaer County Unified Family Services, Department for the Aging: Senior Transportation

1600 7th Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 270-2734
https://www.rensco.com/631/Medical-Transportation

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