How to apply for Chatham Area Transit (Senior & ADA Fares) — Chatham County

Who it's for

Chatham Area Transit (CAT) runs fixed-route buses, the free downtown shuttle, and CAT Mobility origin-to-destination ADA paratransit across Chatham County (Savannah). Seniors 65 and older and people with a qualifying disability ride fixed routes for a reduced fare with a Medicare card or CAT reduced-fare ID; CAT Mobility paratransit serves riders whose disability prevents them from using fixed routes and requires an application. Call CAT for routes, the reduced-fare ID, and paratransit eligibility.

What you'll need

• Proof of Chatham County residency
• Proof of age 65+ or a Medicare card / disability ID for the reduced fare
• Completed CAT Mobility paratransit application (for door-to-door service)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Chatham Area Transit (Senior & ADA Fares) — Chatham County. 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 proof of chatham county residency, proof of age 65+ or a medicare card / disability id for the reduced fare, completed cat mobility paratransit application (for door-to-door service) — 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

per trip / as needed