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Map of Free Transportation for Seniors in Connecticut
List of Free Transportation for Seniors in Connecticut
Program Description:
Prior to 2009, several groups (including the First Congregational Church of Darien’s Women’s Association, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Darien Human Services,
and the Human Services Planning Council) endeavored to bring the AGING IN PLACE concept to Darien. Aging in place is a term used to describe people living in the residence of their choice as they age for as long as they are able.
With collaboration, research, assessment, and planning, a pilot program funded by The Community Fund of Darien was formed in 2009.
The organization, named Aging in Place in Darien, began offering services and helping residents to remain at home in Darien.
Gallivant also served the older adults of Darien providing transportation to Darien seniors.
Discussion of merging the two organizations began and in 2011, the two organizations came together to create Aging in Place+Gallivant, an independent, charitable, nonprofit with its own Board of Directors and an Executive Director.
In 2013, the Aging in Place+Gallivant Board of Directors renamed the organization At Home In Darien to more clearly communicate its mission of helping Darien seniors live independently, comfortably and with dignity in their own homes.
Over the past 10 years, services have been expanded, and new ones have been added, in order to meet the needs of Darien’s growing senior population.
- 1Hours of service are Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- 2If you cannot operate your own wheelchair, or get in and out of your home or the vehicle by yourself, you must have your own companion/caregiver for assistance.
- 3If a senior needs transportation to other locations, at times outside of our service hours, or needs assistance at a medical appointment, a Friendly Volunteer Driver can be requested by calling At Home In Darien at 203-655-2227. Advance notice is required.
- 4Darien, Connecticut residents, 60 years of age or older, are automatically members of At Home In Darien – at no cost!
Program Description:
Our mission is to ensure the provision and coordination of human services for the City's armed forces veterans. This center serves as a central location for area veterans to access City and State assistance.
Many amenities are available to veterans, including transportation in the form of a shuttle bus.
- 1The bus makes three round-trips each day leaving the Veteran’s Affairs Office (752 East Main Street) at 9:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. The bus leaves the V.A. Hospital to return to Bridgeport at 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- 2The Veterans Affairs Department bus can seat 21 passengers and can hold two wheelchair-bound passengers.
- 3Services are free of cost.
Program Description:
The Easton Senior Citizens Center is an intellectual, educational, cultural, and social center for adults of all ages, but especially for retirees, seniors, and physically challenged adults. Its purpose is to enrich the Town and surrounding communities and to provide assistance to individuals and communities in need.
- 1By appointment only.
- 2Cost Free.
- 3Available at schedule times below
Weekdays: 6am to 9pm Saturdays: 6am to 6pm
Sundays: 9am to 6pm - 4Available at other times by special appointments.
- 5Special outings-weather permitting.
Program Description:
The Easton Council on Aging is the town department that provides or coordinates programs to meet the needs of Easton residents, age 60 or older, while striving to be a resource for elders, their families, and the community-at-large.
Our mission is to provide services and programs that enhance quality of life and enable our elders to live with dignity while maintaining health and independence. For needed services not provide by the town, we refer elders to appropriate area agencies for assistance.
The Town of Easton, Council on Aging, provides local curb-to-curb transportation for essential services to destinations listed in the Weekly Shuttle Bus Schedule for Easton residents age 60 or over and for disabled residents of any age who have a temporary or permanent incapacity.
- 1Rides for medical appointments are available Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 3:30PM.
- 2Rides are dependent on driver and van availability to destinations within the COA local service area.
- 3Weekly Shuttle Bus Schedule
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- 44- Cost Free (Donations encouraged)
Program Description:
Brookfield is the home of 16,500 residents who have the good fortune to live in the beautiful rolling hills of western Connecticut. The two largest lakes in Connecticut border the Town, Candlewood Lake to the west and Lake Lillinonah to the east.
Our citizens enjoy outstanding recreational facilities and spectacular scenery. The Town has a wide variety of home styles and values, excellent schools and a vibrant commercial district.
- 1Request must be made at least 2 days but no more than 7 days before the appointment.
- 2Service hours 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- 3Cost Free (Donations encouraged)
Program Description:
FISH stands for Friends in Service Here. FISH is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization, incorporated in the state of Connecticut, dedicated to helping Sherman residents in need of local area transportation.
We are a group of about 55 Sherman neighbors who wish to express our caring and concern by helping Sherman residents to get to their needed appointments. We have been doing this since 1971 by providing certain non-professional services such as:
- 1We accept no payment for services from our clients, but contributions are always welcome.
Program Description:
All volunteer transportation program provides rides to medical appointments for Stamford residents who have no other means of reaching health facilities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
- 1Cost Free (Donations encouraged)
- 2Reservation required at least 2 business days in advance; Rides are provided within Stamford only.
- 3Hours of ride availability: Monday-Thursday: 9am-4pm.
- 4Call for ride arrangements: Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm.
Program Description:
Volunteer drivers use their own cars to take people to Norwalk Hospital and doctor's appointments Tuesday-Friday. Dispatchers can be trained to manage the telephone out of their own homes.
- 1Cost Free (Donations encouraged)
- 2Hours of ride availability: Tuesday-Friday: 9am-4pm.
- 3Call for ride arrangements: Tuesday-Friday: 9am-1pm.
Program Description:
Jewish Family Service is the social service agency of the Jewish community in Eastern Fairfield County.
It is incorporated under the regulations of the State of Connecticut as a not-for-profit organization, and operates in accordance with Federal Tax Regulations, Paragraph 501c3. Our services are available to all Connecticut residents, regardless of faith or affiliation.
Staff, volunteers and clients are representative of the community at large.
Our support comes from public and private sources. JFS is governed by a board of directors consisting of volunteers.
It is staffed by ten full-time-equivalent professionals and supported by more than 120 volunteers.
Our goal is to help seniors remain living independently and with dignity in their own homes. Services offered to help accomplish this goal are: case management, counseling, transportation, hot kosher meals, friendly visitors, volunteers, support groups and programs for caregivers.
- 1Cost Free (Donations encouraged)
Program Description:
Rides for Ridgefield provides information and rides to Ridgefield seniors and residents with mobility disabilities.
Our Board of Directors includes community leaders, local entrepreneurs, Ridgefield residents, and people who recognize the important part mobility plays in an individual's quality of life.
Rides For Ridgefield provides two services.
Our mission is to ensure Ridgefield seniors and those with mobility disabilities have access to transportation that is affordable, acceptable to the rider, adaptable to the rider needs, and allows access to all the activities and services that are needed to maintain quality of life.
- 1There are no fees for rides provided by the Rides For Ridgefield Ride Program.
- 2Please allow 2 weeks to complete the Rider Agreement form process.
- 3Once the registration is completed, call at least 2 days prior to the date a ride is needed.
- 4The Call Center is open Monday through Friday from 10 am to 2 pm.
Program Description:
Almost Home has a solution for families or individuals at a critical crossroads in their lives.
When an elderly or developmentally disabled adult can no longer stay at home unsupervised and a caregiver needs help providing the individual’s care or needs respite to sustain his or her own health or must work outside the home, then Almost Home can provide the answer you need.
Our homelike Center features professional medical services as well as therapeutic activities that foster socialization and sensorimotor stimulation; hot, nutritious meals; and safe, reliable door-to-door transportation – all provided by a caring, courteous staff.
The programs and services provided by Almost Home offer a solution that can postpone, as long as possible, the placing of a loved one into an institution such as an assisted living facility or nursing home. Almost no one wants to give up living in their own home. Some do not want “strangers” in their house. Ours is a cost effective solution that allows your loved one to stay in their own home and in their own community.
Don’t let your loved one’s reluctance or adamant refusal to attend keep you from considering this alternative. Most members initially do not want to attend. However, after they experience our helpful, friendly staff, therapeutic activities, fellowship with other members, a warm safe environment and just plain fun, they look forward to attending Almost Home to be with their new friends.
- 1Within 20 miles of Danbury.
- 2Open 6 days per week.
- 3Types of Vehicles Used: Car, van, wheelchair equipped
van. - 4Assistive Devices Accommodated: Wheelchairs, walkers.
- 5Fee for Service: Program fees apply.
Program Description:
The American Cancer Society Road to Recovery program provides transportation to and from
treatment for people who have cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. Volunteer drivers donate their time and the use of their cars so that patients can receive the lifesaving treatments they need.
- 1Available Days / Hours: Monday –Friday; 8am –5pm.
- 2Assistive Devices Accommodated: Medical Equipment.
- 3Cost Free.
Program Description:
The Mission Statement of First Congregational Church,
Ridgefi eld, affi rms: “We gather together, sustained by the
Holy Spirit, to worship God, to nurture people in faith, to
grow as disciples of Christ, and to minister to others.”
- 1Available Days / Hours: Upon request, with minimum of 24 hours advance notice.
- 2Assistive Devices Accommodated: Wheel chairs/walkers depending on the driver.
- 3Cost Free.
Program Description:
LogistiCare helps state governments and managed care organizations run transportation and integrated health care programs – affording more than 24 million covered plan members better access to care in their communities.
As the nation’s largest manager of non-emergency medical transportation, LogistiCare manages more than 63 million rides annually in 50 states and the District of Columbia.
- 1Available Days / Hours: As needed. 7 days/week for
medical only; 5 weekdays for dental. Can call 7am-6pm.
Must give 48 hours notice of ride need. - 2Types of Vehicles Used: Cars and vans.
- 3Assistive Devices Accommodated: Medical Equipment Wheelchairs, walkers.
- 4If assistance is required, must have doctor’s note stating this. Also need doctor’s note saying the bus is not an option if living within 4 blocks of bus route.
- 5Fees paid by Medicaid.
- 6mileage limitations may apply; more than 2 days advance notice is required.
Program Description:
FISH (Friends in Service Helping) provides volunteer transportation
for medical and therapy appointments for senior or disabled residents of Ridgefield. Call by 3pm, at least 2 days in advance of the date of travel for an appointment.
An answering service volunteer will answer the phone and take a request. Rides will be confirmed the day before the appointment.
- 1Available Days / Hours: Mon-Fri; 6am—6pm.
- 2Types of Vehicles Used: Private vehicles.
- 3Passengers should be self-sufficient.
- 4Cost Free.
Program Description:
Founded in 1983, Regional Hospice and Home Care provides care, comfort, compassion and real hope for families facing advanced illness
through patient-focused care, education, resources and advocacy. Regional Hospice serves Western Connecticut and neighboring towns in New York as a community-based, nonprofit organization.
- 1Cost Free.
Program Description:
Founded in 1983, Regional Hospice and Home Care provides care, comfort, compassion and real hope for families facing advanced illness through patient-focused care, education, resources and advocacy.
Regional Hospice serves Western Connecticut and neighboring towns in New York as a community-based, nonprofit organization.
- 11- Cost Free.
Program Description:
Benchmark Senior Living was founded in 1997 by the company’s Chairman and CEO Tom Grape.
Tom had long recognized the value of the consumer-centered approach to senior living and the many health and social benefits the philosophy offers residents. Not only had Tom decided to make senior living his life’s work, but he did so with a commitment to set the industry standard – to be the benchmark.
Today, Benchmark is a leader in senior living throughout the Northeast, offering independent living, assisted living, mind and memory care, continuing care retirement communities and respite care options in 63 communities across seven states.
The company is the largest provider of mind and memory care in New England and has been at the forefront of this specialty throughout its history. Today, the company operates 11 communities dedicated to memory services and nearly all its communities offer personalized, needs-based mind and memory care.
Benchmark’s core values of Called to Care, Better Together and Be the Benchmark guide its mission of not only providing world-class care, but doing so in a way that keeps Benchmark focused on who and what matters most: our residents, their families and our associates.
- 1Available Days / Hours: Scheduled rides on
Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:00am-3:00pm;
Tues 9:00am-11:00am;
Sunday worship services. - 2Free unless beyond normal radius (10 mi.)
- 3Types of Vehicles Used: 22 passengers Bus with w/c lift;
15 passengers Bus with w/c lift and a Lincoln Town Car.
Program Description:
At St. Andrew’s church we seek to develop significant and personal relationships with each other as we build a closer relationship with God.
We recognize that, serving God, with our different gifts, we are bound to each other by spiritual ties that are stronger than mere social acquaintances.
These ties compel us to unconditionally love, support, and care for each other in Christ’s name. We are called to worship together, pray with and for each other, study His Word together, and witness and serve together. We affirm that there is a place for everyone in the body of Christ, a belonging that defies worldly standards of status and success.
- 1Cost Free.
Program Description:
Demand response transportation is provided by HARTransit to Ridgefi eld residents for transportation within the community.
Service is available with advanced reservations to Ridgefield residents who are 65 years or older and those with mobility disabilities. Service is door-to-door on request and is fully accessible.
- 1Available Days / Hours: Mon-Fri; 8:00am-4:15pm. Saturday, 9:00am-3:00pm
- 2Cost Free.
- 3Door to door on request.
Program Description:
SilverSource, Inc. (formerly Senior Services of Stamford) was founded in 1908 as the Stamford Home for the Aged. The residential home, known as Denehurst, provided housing for eight people.
The home was sold in the early 1970s, and over time the organization evolved into an independent, nonprofit agency to continue the mission and facilitate the delivery of assistance to older people in need – providing financial support, counseling, case management and other services to improve the economic stability and quality of life for older residents of the Stamford/lower Fairfield region.
SilverSource advances the dignity, independence and quality of life of older adults by providing supportive services to those in need and guidance to families, and by engaging in community partnerships and advocating for sound public policies.
- 1With the launch of our new Wheelchair Van, we are now able to serve both ambulatory clients and wheelchair users.
- 2We are open Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.
- 3Cost Free.
Program Description:
CALL-A-RIDE of GREENWICH, INC. is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1975.
It provides free door-to-door transportation for Greenwich ambulatory senior citizens over age 60. Three cars provide rides Monday through Friday to any location within the Town of Greenwich for any purpose: doctors, drug stores, attorneys, banks, shopping, hair appointments, election polls, Greenwich Senior Center, and visiting with friends. We suggest Clients make reservations ahead of time, so there is flexibility in meeting their needs.
- 1We suggest Clients make reservations ahead of time, so there is flexibility in meeting their needs.
- 2Cost Free.
Program Description:
Getabout's mission is to provide rides within New Canaan to “Seniors and those with special needs," New Canaan's elderly and handicapped.
Five vans, four of them with wheel chair capability, operate eight hours a day Monday through Friday. It provides free door-to-door transportation for Greenwich ambulatory senior citizens over age 60.
Three cars provide rides Monday through Friday to any location within the Town of Greenwich for any purpose: doctors, drug stores, attorneys, banks, shopping, hair appointments, election polls, Greenwich Senior Center, and visiting with friends. We suggest Clients make reservations ahead of time, so there is flexibility in meeting their needs.
- 1No donation is expected for rides to medical appointments.
- 2Voluntary contributions of $3.00 per one way ride are suggested to help defray expenses.
- 3Rides must be reserved one day in advance.
Program Description:
FISH provides transportation for newtown residents, regardless of age, who need to go to a hospital, doctor's office or to some other necessary medical appointments.
Five vans, four of them with wheel chair capability, operate eight hours a day Monday through Friday. It provides free door-to-door transportation for Greenwich ambulatory senior citizens over age 60.
Three cars provide rides Monday through Friday to any location within the Town of Greenwich for any purpose: doctors, drug stores, attorneys, banks, shopping, hair appointments, election polls, Greenwich Senior Center, and visiting with friends. We suggest Clients make reservations ahead of time, so there is flexibility in meeting their needs.
- 1Volunteers are available Monday through Thursday.
- 2Transportation goes to Danbury, Bethel, Brookfield & Southbury.
- 3It does not go to Monroe.
- 4Local and inter-town: $1.00 each way 10 day ride pass $9.00
Program Description:
There is daily, door-to-door minibus service Monday to Friday and half day Saturday provided by the SweetHart Transportation District for any elderly and/or disabled residents.
- 1Proof of age is required.
- 2HART daily bus service is Monday to 1/2 day Saturday door to door service.
- 3Local and inter-town: $1.00 each way 10 day ride pass $9.00
- 4Fridays bus alternates between Danbury Fair Mall & WalMart.
Program Description:
Stratford Senior Services’ mission is to enhance the quality of life within the senior community by providing services with professionalism and a commitment to excellence.
- 1Our buses run Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm.
- 2All appointments must conclude by 2:45 pm.
- 3Please schedule your rides as far in advance as possible. All rides are on a first reserved, first served basis.
- 4Wednesdays at 10 am is the cut off to request a ride for the following week.
- 5Only one round trip ride per day may be scheduled with a maximum of 3 round trips rides per week.
- 6Rides to the Baldwin Senior Center for activities and the nutrition program are provided Monday to Friday with pick-up times approximately at 8:15 am and 10:30 am and return rides at 12:15 pm and 3 pm.
- 7Medical riders who require assistance need to have a home health aide/companion ride with them, which is free of charge. Please notify the dispatch/scheduler if an aide or companion will be riding with you. Rides to Stratford medical appointments are available between 8:15 am – 1:30 pm. All appointments must conclude by 2:45 pm.
- 8Dial-A-Ride supplements Stratford Senior Services transportation and the GBT fixed bus routes and ADA services. Rides to doctor appointments in Bridgeport, Fairfield, Trumbull, parts of Shelton and parts of Milford are serviced by Dial-A-Ride program. This also includes rides to the West Haven VA. Riders must be ready for pick-up 1 hour prior to appointment time and must provide time for return ride. Service is available 7 days a week from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. All rides are coordinated by the Senior Services Dispatch/Scheduler. Maximum of 3 rides per month provided.
- 9We provide weekly service to Stop & Shop and Shop Rite and bi-weekly service to Target. Pick-up time is approximately 9:00 am - 9:15 am. Shoppers are limited to three bags per trip due to safety concerns. Bags should not be heavily packed. The driver will put the bags on the bus for you and bring them to the front of your home/building.
Program Description:
The Trumbull Senior Center offers a variety of innovative programs and activities for older adults geared towards staying healthy and independent.
Our mission is to enrich the lives of older adults by offering programs and education that promote a healthy lifestyle, support independence, and enhance community engagement.
- 1Rides are available Monday-Friday.
- 2Transportation is available to and from the Senior Center.
- 3Senior Center Membership is not required but all riders must register with the office staff.
- 4There is no cost for transportation, however, donations are gratefully accepted.
- 5Medical Rides
Rides available to and from doctor appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can book appointments months or days in advance. We travel to Bridgeport, Stratford, Shelton, and Monroe. - 6Grocery Shopping
On Wednesdays, we offer rides to Stop and Shop for Trumbull Residents. The estimated pick up time at your home is between 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Shop for an hour then return home on the bus. - 7Other
Let us know if you have other transportation needs. Rides are based upon availability.
Legal appointments
Medical appointments
Nutrition programs
Personal needs (Bank, Beauty, Etc.)
Program Description:
The Wallingford Senior Center is operated by the Wallingford Committee on Aging, Inc. and
funded primarily by the Town of Wallingford to provides services and programs for the older adults of our community. For over forty years the Wallingford Senior Center has provided services for the older adults of Wallingford.
Incorporated as a non-profit 501 (c) 3 in 1987, the Town of Wallingford provides a significant portion of the operational funding through an annual grant. In 2001, the town constructed the beautiful 20,000 sq. ft. facility and leases it to the Wallingford Committee on Aging, Inc.
- 1The transportation system runs from to 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday,
- 2Reservations require at least a two day business day notice by contacting the Senior Center.
- 3We cannot pinpoint the exact times of pick-up, therefore we tell you the approximate times of pick-up. Please be patient waiting for the bus.
- 4PLEASE cancel a reservation, please call as soon as possible. The staff will be available to take phone calls at the Senior Center beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Program Description:
The Wallingford Senior Center is operated by the Wallingford Committee on Aging, Inc. and Officially known as the “Charles Rietdyke Senior Center“, our center is most often referred to as simply the “Wolcott Senior Center“.
It’s mission is to provide a central location where older adults can receive information and participate in programs and activities which are essential for promoting health, independence, and well being.
We are committed to doing our best to ensure that the Charles Rietdyke Senior Center is a safe and welcoming facility for seniors of all ages that wish to participate in our programming.
Since we do not provide the oversight and supervision of that offered at adult day facilities, our policy requires that those persons using our programs be physically and mentally able to do so independently or be accompanied by a companion to assist them.
Our priority is the safety and enjoyment of everyone using the Senior Center.
- 1There is no fee to join the Wolcott Senior Center.
Program Description:
This service is made possible by the generosity of the Town of Branford, riders’ donations, a team of dedicated volunteer drivers, and donations from local service organizations.
We thank the Branford Community for their continued support!
Bus Transportation: Available daily to Canoe Brook for lunch, activities, and trips.
All new passengers will be evaluated prior to scheduling a ride.
- 1Canoe Brook membership is $8 a year.
- 2Service is curb-to-curb.
- 3Canoe Brook: for activities, lunch, and trips: Monday through Friday.
Banks: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday.
Pharmacy: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Grocery shopping: Stop & Shop: Tues. & Fri. 9:00 a.m.
Big Y: Tues. & Fri. at 11:00 a.m. - 4Where you live determines which store we will take you to.
- 5You have approximately 1.5 hours to shop, you must be able to carry your groceries into your home. Drivers are not allowed to enter your home. There is a 4 bag limit per house (plastic/paper size.)
- 6There is no charge to use our transportation services, however, donations are accepted.
Program Description:
This service is made possible by the generosity of the Town of Branford, riders’ donations, a team of dedicated volunteer drivers, and donations from local service organizations.
We thank the Branford Community for their continued support!
Medical Transportation is available to Branford residents 21 years of age or older.
We have 3 Subaru Forester cars that are provided by the Town of Branford and a team of dedicated volunteer drivers.
All new passengers will be evaluated prior to scheduling a ride.
- 1There is no charge to use our transportation services, however, donations are accepted.
- 2This service is curb to curb.
- 3You must be able to get in and out of the car unassisted.
- 4The earliest appointment is 9:00 a.m. and last pick up from a doctors office is 2:30 p.m.
- 5All cars are off the road by 3:00pm.
Program Description:
The Center offers numerous opportunities for education, recreation, socialization and volunteering for everyone 55 years of age or older and those whose spouses are 55 years of age or older.
The Senior Center hosts many programs and events, all of which are listed in our calendar found in our monthly newsletter.
- 1All four buses are lift-equipped to handle wheelchairs and individuals that have trouble with steps.
- 2Riders make a suggested donation of 50 cents each time you step on the bus for in-town rides and $5.00 round trip donation for out of town medical appointments.
- 3Free transportation is available to seniors and disabled adults every Friday of the month through the Greater Waterbury Transit District Dial-A-Ride.
- 4Appointments must be made at least three days in advance.
- 5The Cheshire Senior Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Program Description:
Rides are provided for medical appointments, grocery shopping and recreation. Please note that medical appointments are given a priority. Shopping trips are scheduled daily from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Home pickups will begin at 9:00 a.m. for destination arrivals and the Shuttle will pick up for returns promptly at 11:30 a.m.
All shuttle riders are required to have a Senior Shuttle ID card which may be obtained by calling 203-346-3810 ext. 7274.
- 1Scheduling requires that you call 24 hours in advance between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
- 2Medical appointments can be made up to one (1) month in advance excluding weekends.
- 3Please note that medical appointments are given a priority.
- 4Shopping trips are scheduled daily from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- 5Home pickups will begin at 9:00 a.m. for destination arrivals and the Shuttle will pick up for returns promptly at 11:30 a.m.
- 6Below is a list of daily stops:
Monday: Stop & Shop 910 Wolcott Street.
Tuesday: ShopRite, 943 Wolcott St.
Wednesday: Stop & Shop, 910 Wolcott St.
Thursday: Stop & Shop, 410 Reidville Dr.
Friday: Brass Mill Center, Main Entrance on Union St.
Saturday: Stop & Shop, 910 Wolcott St. and ShopRite, 943 Wolcott St. - 7Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (return rides must be requested and occur prior to 5:00 p.m.)
- 8Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (return rides must be requested and occur before 1:00 p.m.)
- 9If you need help getting around you are more than welcome to bring someone to help you at no cost.
- 10Pricing information is not available on the website.
Program Description:
The Department of Elderly Services provides a comprehensive community focal point on aging to meet the needs of the older residents of the city.
Many opportunities are created for people to come together for a variety of services and activities, which enhance their dignity, support their independence and encourage their involvement with the community.
- 1Medical: Door-to-door transportation is provided to New Haven, West Haven and the Orange Medical Center. There is a round-trip charge. The service operates 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. weekdays. Appointments should be scheduled at least one week in advance.
- 2Senior Center: Transportation is provided free to any senior who wishes to attend the center.
- 3West Haven Senior Shuttle (formerly the trolley bus): Free transportation to local shopping areas and other points of interest. Operates 10 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays. Shuttle schedules are available at the senior center.
Program Description:
The GWTD Dial-A-Ride transportation program was created under the Municipal Grant Program for Elderly and Disabled Demanded Responsive Transportation.
Currently, seven Greater Waterbury Transit District municipalities and the Greater Waterbury Transit District Board of Directors apply for the grant to provide coordinated transportation in our region for seniors and persons with disabilities.
- 1Must make reservations at least 24 hours in advance
- 2Trips to and from Southbury are only available Monday–Friday between 9:00a–4:30.
- 3Three roundtrips to Gaylord Hospital per day are available Monday–Friday
- 4Reservations are open up to 14 days before each trip
- 5Reservations are made on a first-come first-served basis.
- 6Please let the dispatcher know if you will need assistance, or if you will be bringing a personal care attendant.
- 7Services are provided free of cost.
- 8Residents of any of these seven municipalities may use the Dial-A-Ride service free of charge. Service is
limited to particular days per week for each municipality due to limited resources.
Program Description:
The Guilford Senior Citizens Program provides services, programs and trips for seniors and active adults 55 and over.
Our goal is to promote independence, creativity, social networking and involvement in the community. Services offered include a hot meal program, transportation to the community as well as medical and personal care appointments, educational and fitness programs and day and overnight trips.
- 1Please provide 24-hour notice for any transportation requests.
- 2The Guilford Senior Citizens Program provides transportation on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays within the Town of Guilford
Program Description:
HRD Bus Service provides curb-to-curb transportation to medical appointments, pharmacies and shopping centers in Naugatuck, Waterbury and parts of Middlebury for older adults ages 60+ and adults ages 18+ with physical and psychiatric disabilities.
Documents Required: Proof of age
Must complete application; Reservation required with two days advance notice; Will take reservation earlier for emergencies
- 1Donation accepted.
Program Description:
The elderly and home-bound citizens are often the forgotten among us. They are quiet. They are not invisible. They are lonely. They have lived long and sometimes hard years. The volunteers at IVCG strive to give them companionship, recognition, respect, and assistance to lighten up their lives.
- 1We accept ride bookings every week day from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- 2Transportation is available Monday through Friday.
- 3As soon as you make your appointment, call us to arrange your ride; the more notice you give us, the more likely it is that we will be able to successfully match you to a volunteer.
- 4Twenty-four hours before your scheduled ride, your driver will call you to confirm, so please answer your phone, even if it is an unfamiliar number.
- 5Due to the overwhelming demand for our services, we ask that program participants limit their requests to one round-trip ride per week.
Program Description:
Located in Milford, Massachusetts, our Center offers a variety of services, programs and events.
We provide informative services and programs to our seniors.
With a focus on wellness, we offer exercise classes, personal fitness training, workshops, special programs as well as monthly Grab & Go lunches.
Off-sites trips are in the works beginning in August. More information to come soon.
- 1Out-of-town medical transportation service is for eligible Milford residents only who are seeking a ride to a specialist.
- 2Contact our transportation coordinator, Marie O’Leary at 508-473-8334 for more details before making your appointment as we have limitations on the use of our out-of-town service.
- 3Hopedale residents can use our senior van for medical appointments only, within Milford or Hopedale.
- 4All MassHealth members must use the M.A.R.T. program provided through MassHealth for all their medical transportation.
- 5Milford residents can use our senior van for medical appointments within Milford or Hopedale, as well as for all errands or grocery shopping within Milford.
- 6Pricing information is not available on the website (Donations encouraged)
Program Description:
The Naugatuck Senior Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for adults fifty years of age and older. Offering a variety of programs in creative arts, educational classes, social service information, recreational activities, and community volunteer service.
The Naugatuck Senior Center creates opportunities for its members to continue their personal growth and meaningful service to the community of Naugatuck, Connecticut.
- 1Mini bus transportation is available on Monday-Friday.
- 2Pick up times: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 1:00 PM.
- 3Call a day ahead to schedule a ride.
- 4Pricing information is not available on the website.
Program Description:
The North Branford Senior Center is committed to servicing the needs of our community’s individuals, age 55 years and older.
We strive to provide activities based on the interests and needs expressed by our seniors and to improve quality of life by providing activities and programs that enhance overall wellness.
Social, recreational, educational, physical and cultural activities are offered year round to enrich the lives of our seniors by helping maintain an active, independent and fulfilling life.
We provide various activities and programs including,
- 1Rides will be by reservation only, with a maximum of 3 passengers at any given time.
- 2Transportation times will be assigned based on the activity.
- 3Big Y Grocery Shopping Transportation:
North Branford residents on Monday’s
Northford residents on Tuesday’s
*Times to be determined. - 4Medical Transportation:
Currently, we are unable to transport for sick appointments.
Medical transportation is for well visits ONLY at this time and is available on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
5- Senior Center Activity Transportation:
Transportation is limited. Please let us know if you require transportation when you register for a senior activity, we will do our best to accommodate but there is no guarantee. If possible, please try to arrange transportation with a friend or
family member.
Program Description:
The mission of the senior center is to respond to the ever-changing needs of mature adults and their families.
Providing opportunities for: personal enrichment, wellness, social and recreational activities, volunteerism, advocacy, information and referral.
Since 1972, the Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center has evolved into a community facility in which adults 62 years and older come together to fulfill many of their social, physical, and intellectual needs.
Currently 1,194 seniors are registered members.
The Center is located at 189 Pool Road and is open Monday through Friday, from 8 AM - 4 PM offering a broad spectrum of activities and services such as nutrition, health/wellness services, education, information and assistance, transportation, supportive services, creative arts, recreation, and volunteer opportunities.
These services are provided by individuals who are dedicated to meeting the needs of a diverse population from active older and newly retired adults to the frail and homebound senior citizen.
Membership and transportation is without charge for all age eligible residents.
2009-10 was a year for growth in that the Center was under renovation from May 1, 2009 until March 1, 2010.
This renovation was made possible through a $750,000 grant DECD, Department of Community Development small cities block grant program.
The center was expanded 875 square feet, which allowed two additional rooms to accommodate the increased demand of activities/programs, the building was upgraded to meet ADA requirements, and various aesthetic improvements were made.
Throughout this period activities/services were uninterrupted largely due to the generosity of the American Legion Post 76 members where daily activities continued at the Legion Hall.
Along with the goodwill of Montowese Baptist Church, Town Library and Recreation Center the mission of the Center was not altered during this transition.
- 1Transportation service is provided free of charge.
- 2Medical transportation is available by appointment to Hamden, New Haven, North Haven and VA Hospital in West Haven on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
- 3Monday through Friday 8 AM - 4 PM
Program Description:
We would like to extend a warm welcome to seniors, 60 years and older to become members of our beautiful center.
We care about senior citizens and hope you will come to participate in our programs and meet our friendly staff.
We are committed to promoting the physical, emotional, and economic well being of mature adults and to encourage their participation in all aspects of community life.
The center also serves as a resource for the entire community for information on aging, support for family caregivers, and providing age-related information. We offer services and activities to meet the needs of older adults that promote an independent lifestyle.
Our municipal agent will help with information regarding State of Connecticut programs, Federal programs, Medicare, Social Security and other needed services.
Take a look at our newsletter to find an opportunity to come in and meet new friends, learn something new or take a trip.
We have volunteer opportunities and are always looking for new ideas to add to our programming.
There is always something happening at the Oxford Senior Center!
- 1Senior Center membership runs from January to December of each year.
$5.00 --- Oxford Residents/year
$10.00 -- Out of town / year - 2Gold Membership for Oxford Residents age 80 or older is free.
Program Description:
The Prospect Senior Center provides various services and resources to area Seniors from helping with Energy Assistance Programs to helping to educate Seniors on healthy living habits.
There are a variety of transportation options available to Seniors in Prospect.
- 1Transportation service is provided free of charge.
- 2The program is on a first come first serve basis.
Program Description:
Seymour Community Center provides recreational, educational, and social programs and services for all.
- 1Transportation is provided free of charge on Tuesdays.
- 2Registration is required a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
- 3Food Bank a 8:45 am for 9 am food bank appointments.
- 4Shopping 10 am - 12 pm (Pick up time may vary depending on the number of riders).
- 5Rides for Doctors Appointments 1 - 4 pm.
Program Description:
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Center is a safe and comfortable environment where we strive to empower older adults to thrive in our community.
As a multipurpose Senior Center, we are a community facility where older people can meet with one another to fulfill many of their social, physical, emotional and intellectual needs.
Our Center is also a focal point for services to older persons which can enhance their dignity, support their independence, and encourage their involvement in the community. Meriden residents age 55 and over are eligible for free membership to the Meriden Senior Center.