Description:

Offers the following transportation services for Waukegan Township and Shields 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. Shuttle is equipped with a wheelchair lift.

- 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 or Shields Township resident, 55 years of age or older
- For weekday transportation, travel must be within Waukegan Township
- For weekend transportation, travel must be within 10 miles

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

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

Township

Date of Official Change:

December 20, 2024

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