How to apply for Senior and disability transportation (WRTD, HVCC Dial-a-Ride, Greater Hartford ADA Paratransit) — Tolland

Who it's for

Connecticut has no county government, so transit service in Tolland County depends on the town. Windham Region Transit District (WRTD) runs buses and a Dial-A-Ride service in Columbia, Coventry, Mansfield and Willington (plus nearby Ashford, Chaplin, Lebanon, Scotland and Windham). Dial-A-Ride is a door-to-door shared ride open to anyone, with no age or disability limits, Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (last trip by 3:00 PM); each trip costs $3 one way and must be reserved by calling 860-456-2223. WRTD ADA Paratransit serves people of any age whose disability keeps them from using the bus, for trips within 3/4 mile of WRTD local routes; apply at www.ctada.com or call 860-456-2223. To ride WRTD buses at a reduced fare, show a Medicare card or a CT Reduced Fare ID card. The local single fare is $1.25, and riders over 60 who qualify for Area Agency on Aging funding may ride for a donation. In Vernon, Ellington and Tolland, Hockanum Valley Community Council (HVCC) Dial-a-Ride takes seniors and disabled adults (18 and older) to medical appointments, shopping and other errands anywhere in Vernon, Ellington, Tolland, Manchester and East Hartford. Register by phone and book up to 2 weeks ahead at 860-870-7940; there is an annual fee and a donation is requested for each trip. The Greater Hartford Transit District's ADA Paratransit also covers parts of Ellington, Tolland and Vernon within 3/4 mile of fixed bus routes; call 860-247-5329. Residents of Andover, Bolton, Hebron, Somers, Stafford and Union can ask their town senior center about local rides.

What you'll need

• Call to register and to ask what is needed

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior and disability transportation (WRTD, HVCC Dial-a-Ride, Greater Hartford ADA Paratransit) — Tolland. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need call to register and to ask what is needed — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

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