AKA:

Ride Lake County

Description:

Provides seniors and people with disabilities curb-to-curb transportation for work, shopping, medical appointments, and others.


*As a reservation-based program, vehicles do not travel on a fixed route each day. Riders schedule trips in advance and the vehicles provide curb-to-curb service. Ride Lake County is a shared-ride service, so vehicles may make stops for other passengers. Before scheduling their ride, residents must register through Pace by calling their call center at 1-800-201-6446.*

Eligibility:

- Must be a senior (Age 60+) or an individual with a disability
- Riders under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult
- Rides must either originate or end within Lake County boundaries

Languages:

- Spanish
- Interpreter Services Available

Program Fees:

Set Program Fee:
- $2.00 each way for trips under 5 miles
- $4.00 each way for trips between 5 and 10 miles
- $6.00 each way for trips over 10 miles

Intake Process:

Call to schedule a reservation at least two hours or up to seven days in advance. Rides are first-come, first-served.

Documents Required:
- Seniors must provide date of birth
- Individuals with disabilities must provide RTA Reduced Fare Permit number

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

City/County(Parish)

Date of Official Change:

May 2, 2025

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