American Cancer Society
(269) 349-8719
or
(800) 465-5244

The "Road to Recovery" program offers rides for cancer patients of all ages through volunteers using their own cars.  Two days notice required.  Free.

Care-A-Van
(269) 384-8050

County-wide public transportation for Kalamazoo County residents, specializing in service to seniors 60+ and those with physical and mental challenges.  Fees based on income guidelines.  Lift-equipped vehicles available.  Curb-to-curb service.

Kalamazoo Metro Transit
(269) 337-8222

Wheelchair lifts are available on all fixed route buses.  Seniors and persons with a disability are eligible for a discounted fare of 55 cents between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. upon showing a Medicare card or ADA certification.  Discount passes are available.

Kalamazoo Metro Van
(269) 337-8477 to apply for certification
(269) 343-1332 to reserve a ride

Persons of ages may request an application to be ADA certified for this service if a disability prevents use of Metro Transit.  Once certified, reservations may be made up to four days in advance.  Curb to curb service.  Van will travel with 3/4 mile of fixed bus routes.  Not available to Portage residents south of Romence Road.  Fee charged.

Portage Senior Center
(269) 329-4555

Transportation (not handicapped accessible) is available for Portage seniors for most senior center activities, shopping, nursing home visits and doctor appointments on a limited basis.  Reservations should be made by 5:00 p.m. the day before.  Donation requested.

RSVP-Senior Services
(269) 382-0515

Volunteers take older adults to medical appointments, grocery shopping, and to some other appointments.  Volunteers stay with clients to assist and support as needed.  Expect a waiting period before volunteers are matched with clients.

Senior Services, Inc.
(269) 382-0515

Rides are available Monday through Friday for medical appointments, grocery shopping, Friendship Center lunch.  Donation requested.  Door-to-door service.

Shepherd's Center
(269) 383-1122

Volunteers provide escorted rides in their own vehicles for medical appointments Monday through Thursday.  Non-medical rides are provided on Wednesday and Thursday.  Volunteers stay with the client to assist as needed.  Call Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. until noon, as soon as appointment is known.  Donation requested.

South County Community Services
(269) 649-2901

Transportation for adults 60+ in the Fulton, Scotts, Schoolcraft, Vicksburg area on Mondays for medical appointments, shopping, banking, hairdresser, hospital or nursing home visitation.  Reservations should be made Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for the following week.  Lift-equipped van available.  Donation requested.

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