Transportation Assistance: Getting Where You Need to Go
Without reliable transportation, getting to work, medical appointments, and grocery stores becomes a major challenge. Here are resources that can help with transportation when you cannot afford a car or cannot drive.
Medicaid Transportation
If you have Medicaid, you may be entitled to free transportation to medical appointments. This Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) benefit covers rides to doctors, pharmacies, dialysis, and other health-related trips.
Other Options
- Paratransit: Door-to-door service for people with disabilities
- Senior shuttles: Many communities offer rides for older adults
- Volunteer driver programs: Free rides from community volunteers
- Reduced fare programs: Transit discounts for low-income riders
- Faith-based transportation: Churches often help with rides
Work-Related Transportation
TANF and workforce programs sometimes provide transportation assistance to help you get to work or training. Some areas also have programs that help with car repairs or even vehicle purchases.
