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Transportation
Various programs offer different forms of transportation and often require advanced notice for a ride. Volunteer transportation groups typically provide rides that are customized to the passenger. Transportation for people with disabilities use door-to-door service by utilizing mini-buses or vans. To learn more about ADA transportation resources, call (520) 791-5409. Public transportation has reduced fare/rates for older adults and people who are low-income.
See the glossary for descriptions of all categories
National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC)
description
The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center is a technical assistance center focused on increasing transportation options for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers, to enhance their ability to live more independently within their communities throughout the United States.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a)
1100 New Jersey Ave. SE., Ste 350
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 872-0888
Fax: (202) 872-0057Email: info@usaging.org
description
n4a advocates on behalf of Area Agencies on Aging and Title VI Native American aging programs offer training and educational events and work to drive excellence in the fields of information and referral/assistance, transportation, dementia-friendly communities, social engagement, and business acumen.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors - Green Valley/Sahuarita
Green Valley/Sahuarita
3950 S. Camino del Heroe
Green Valley , AZ 85614
(520) 625-5966
http://valleyassistanceservices.orgdescription
In partnership with Pima Council on Aging Neighbors Care Alliance, Valley Assistance Services is a Neighbors Helping Neighbors volunteer transportation and socialization program. Trained volunteers provide transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping, and other essential trips and perform errands for homebound, isolated seniors.
service area
Amado,Arivaca,Green Valley,Sahuarita
business hours
M - F 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Old Ft Lowell Live-At-Home Program
description
Serving older adults and individuals with disabilities who reside within the boundaries of the Old Fort Lowell Neighborhood, which encompasses the area of Swan Road to the Pantano Wash and the Rillito River to Grant Road.
Services offered:
Transportation
Errands
Friendly Visit
Friendly Phone Call
Caregiver Relief
Light Yard Work
Light Home Maintenance
service area
Pima County
Oro Valley Sun Shuttle Dial-A-Ride
description
Sun Shuttle operates three Dial-a-Ride services in Oro Valley. All rides are on a first-come, first-served basis. Passengers age 65 and older and those who are ADA registered can request rides to destinations outside of Oro Valley as long as the ride originates in the Oro Valley service area. Ambulatory and non-ambulatory.
service area
Oro Valley
business hours
M - F 6 A.M. to 8 P.M, S 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
costs
All rides are free of charge
Pima County Justice Services Transition Center
Pima County Justice Services Department
1204 W. Silverlake
Tucson, AZ 85713
520-724-2463
Email: JSTransitioncenter@pima.govdescription
Pima County launched its transition center program in late June 2023, an effort operated by the Department of Justice Services, to connect people being released from the County jail with the resources they need.
It is staffed with Justice Navigators who can assist with a wide range of services, such as referrals to housing, treatment, transportation, warrant resolution, etc. They are equipped to handle real-time referrals to services. Transition Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to midnight.
service area
Pima County
business hours
Mon - Fri, 8 AM - 12 AM
Pima Find A Ride
Pima Association of Governments (PAG)
Pima Find A Ride
1 E. Broadway Blvd., Suite 405
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 792-1093
Fax: (520) 620-6981Email: info@pagregion.com
description
Pima Find a Ride is a directory of transportation services for the general public, people with disabilities, and older adults who want access to reliable transportation in the greater Tucson region beyond the private vehicle.
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun Shuttle Dial-A-Ride
Reginal Transportation Authority
Transportation
1 E. Broadway Blvd., Ste. 401
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 792-9222 | TDD (520) 628-1565
Fax: (520) 620-6981description
Sun Shuttle Dial-A-Ride provides door-to-door paratransit service to individuals with disabilities living outside the Tucson city limits or City of Tucson residents needing to reach destinations outside the city limits. Rides must be scheduled in advance. Registration with the ADA Paratransit Eligibility Office is required. Call the ADA office at (520) 791-5409 for an application.
business hours
M - F 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, S 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
costs
Complementary ADA Service, Full Fare $3.20
ADA Service, Low-Income* Fare $1.60
Optional Service, Full Fare $6.00
Optional ADA Service, Low-Income* Fare $4.00
Sun Tran Public Bus System
description
Sun Tran provides public bus services in the Tucson area.
business hours
M - F 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM; S - Su 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
costs
Transit Fares are Free!
Sun Van
RATP Dev USA
3401 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 792-9222 | TDD (520) 628-1565
Fax: (520) 884-5382Email: sunvaninfo@tucsonaz.gov
description
Sun Van provides ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) paratransit service to individuals who, because of their disability, are unable to ride on the fixed-route bus system in Tucson (Sun Tran). Individuals who qualify to ride on Sun Van may book trips one to seven days before their desired trip.
business hours
M-F: 6AM-7PM Sa/Su: 8AM-5PM
costs
Sun Tran, Sun Link, Sun Van, Sun On Demand, Sun Express, and Sun Shuttle rides remain fare-free at the direction of the Mayor and Council. If you have purchased or are purchasing a pass on your Sun GO card, the key will activate once fares return. If your Sun GO card has expired, call (520) 792-9222 and ask to speak to a Sun GO technician.