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United Disability Services: Dignified Senior Transportation
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Please make sure to contact United Disability Services: Dignified Senior 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 have a disability. No membership is required.

Dignified Senior Transportation is a comprehensive transportation service tailored to meet the needs of older adults. This non-emergency medical transportation program offers a reliable means of getting around, utilizing taxis for convenient and flexible rides. Designed as a public transit service, Dignified Senior Transportation requires bookings at least one day in advance to ensure timely pickups. With a range of payment options, including insurance, vouchers, donations, and Medicaid, this program aims to make transportation accessible to all older adults. There are membership and flat fees involved, with special considerations for Medicaid recipients who can benefit from free rides. Additionally, Dignified Senior Transportation provides paratransit services for individuals requiring extra assistance, such as carrying packages or bags. Through a combination of private car rides, buses, trains, and vans, this program offers various transportation modes to suit different needs. Riders can schedule rides in advance or opt for on-demand services, with options for shared rides also available. Whether it's door-to-door, curb-to-curb, or wait-assist services, Dignified Senior Transportation prioritizes the comfort and convenience of older adults, ensuring they can travel safely and independently to their desired destinations.


Service Area

Services available primarily throughout Summit County, with transportation into nearby areas on a case-by-case basis.


Days of operation

Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Contact United Disability Services: Dignified Senior Transportation

701 South Main Street
Akron, OH 44311
(330) 762-9755
http://www.udsakron.org/what-we-do/transportation-services.aspx

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