How to apply for St. Lucie ART Paratransit (SLATS Door-to-Door) in Florida
St. Lucie Area Regional Transit (ART) — SLATS paratransit (ADA and non-ADA demand response)
Who it's for
St. Lucie County offers two paired door-to-door transportation programs through Area Regional Transit (ART). ART Paratransit provides ADA-compliant door-to-door service within 3/4 mile of fixed-route corridors for riders whose disability prevents independent use of the Treasure Coast Connector buses. The non-ADA demand-response service (SLATS) extends door-to-door service to a larger geographic area for riders who meet eligibility under the Florida Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) program or other categorical eligibility. SLATS and ART's fixed-route buses are fare-free. Approved riders book trips at (772) 462-1778 option 1, up to 14 days ahead (no same-day trips). To apply, download the application, complete the General Medical Form, and any applicable specialty forms (Vision, Epilepsy/Seizure, Cognitive), then submit to the Eligibility Specialist. ART also operates ART On Demand microtransit in select zones — a smartphone-app booking service that complements fixed-route and paratransit. Apply by calling the Eligibility Specialist at (772) 462-1778 #3, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The ART office is at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL 34982.
ART Paratransit eligibility requires the completed application, General Medical Form, and any applicable specialty forms (Vision, Epilepsy or Seizure, Cognitive). The ADA pathway requires demonstration that disability functionally prevents fixed-route use; the non-ADA demand-response (SLATS) pathway (Florida TD) has a larger service area but its own eligibility criteria. Both programs are fare-free for eligible riders — combined with the universal free fixed-route ART, St. Lucie has effectively NO out-of-pocket cost for any qualifying senior transit need. Apply by calling the Eligibility Specialist at (772) 462-1778 #3 or visit the ART office at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce.
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Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Completed ART Paratransit Application + General Medical Form
- Applicable specialty forms (Vision, Epilepsy or Seizure, Cognitive)
- Medical documentation of disability from a licensed healthcare professional
- Government-issued photo ID with current St. Lucie County address
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 772-462-1778
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about St. Lucie ART Paratransit (SLATS Door-to-Door). 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 completed ART Paratransit Application + General Medical Form, applicable specialty forms (Vision, Epilepsy or Seizure, Cognitive), medical documentation of disability from a licensed healthcare professional — 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
periodic recertification based on eligibility category
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- TransportationSt. Lucie Area Regional Transit (ART) / Treasure Coast Connector — Free Fixed-Route ServiceSt. Lucie Area Regional Transit (ART) — St. Lucie County department
- Elder ServicesSHINE: free Medicare counseling in Florida (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders)Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), with the local Area Agencies on Aging
- Supportive ServicesLong-Term Care Ombudsman ProgramAdministration for Community Living (delivered locally by State and local Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs)
- Supportive ServicesNational Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA Title III-E)Administration for Community Living (delivered locally by Area Agencies on Aging)
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