Please make sure to contact VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System (VCB): Veterans Transportation Program (VTP) 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 a veteran. No membership is required.

The Veterans Transportation Program (VTP) is a comprehensive non-emergency medical transportation service available to individuals requiring assistance in getting to their medical appointments, errands, or social engagements. This program offers transportation through various modes including taxis, public transit such as buses or trains, and private car rides. Older adults eligible for this service can benefit from the flexibility of scheduling rides on-demand or in advance, ensuring they can attend their appointments and activities hassle-free. Participants in the VTP can pay for the service through different methods such as insurance, vouchers, donations, or Medicaid payments. The program also offers pricing details that are free of charge for qualified individuals. Additionally, for added convenience, riders can utilize the service for door-to-door transportation, where drivers are willing to wait for passengers during appointments or errands. With features like shared rides, service animal-friendly policies, and options for fixed route transportation, the Veterans Transportation Program aims to provide a reliable and accessible means of travel for older adults needing assistance in reaching their destinations safely and comfortably.

Service Area

Service is provided to and from approved VA medical appointments in Harlingen and surrounding areas.

Days of operation

Contact VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System (VCB): Veterans Transportation Program (VTP)

2601 Veterans Drive
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 291-9000
https://www.texasvalley.va.gov/locations/directions.asp