WAUKEGAN TOWNSHIP (SHIELDS TOWNSHIP) - Senior Transportation Services
Address
414 South Lewis Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 244-9242
www.waukegantownship.com/209/Transportation
Weekday Medical Transportation Service Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Weekend Transportation Service Hours
Saturday: All day
Sunday: All day
Description:
Offers the following transportation services for Waukegan Township seniors:
Weekday Medical Transportation
Provides curb to curb transportation for medical appointments within the township. Rides must be requested in advance. Shuttle runs weekdays only and is equipped with a wheelchair lift.
Weekend Transportation
Provides curb to curb transportation on weekends for travel within 10 miles. Rides must be requested in advance. Walking aids must be able to fold down for storage.
Transit Card
Issues a debit card to be used for personal transportation services. Funds can be used for any type of transportation service including taxis and ride shares.
Eligibility:
- Must be Waukegan Township 55 years of age or older
- For weekend transportation, travel must be within 10 miles of residence
Languages:
None
Program Fees:
No fees
Intake Process:
For Weekday Medical Transportation:
- No application required
- Must call at least three days in advance to schedule a ride
For Weekend Transportation:
- Visit in-person or online for program application
- Must call by Friday to schedule weekend ride/s
For Transit Card:
- Visit in-person or online for program application
- A debit card will be issued by mail and automatically loaded with $18.00 on the first of each month
Documents required, for Transit Card only:
- Photo ID
- Current utility bill with name and address
Contacts
Patricia A. Jones Senior Center
Primary Contact
Program Contact Information
(847) 244-9242
Phone Numbers
Reservation Line
(847) 599-2936
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
414 South Lewis Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
Mailing
414 South Lewis Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
None
Volunteer Opportunities:
None
Date of Official Change:
September 4, 2025
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Geography Served
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Abbott Park
- Beach Park
- Downey
- Lake Bluff
- Lake Forest
- North Chicago
- Park City
- Waukegan
- Lake County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Abbott Park
- Beach Park
- Downey
- Lake Bluff
- Lake Forest
- North Chicago
- Park City
- Waukegan
- Lake County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Abbott Park
- Beach Park
- Downey
- Lake Bluff
- Lake Forest
- North Chicago
- Park City
- Waukegan
- Lake County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
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