How to apply for Senior bus fares (Southern Iowa Trolley) — Taylor

Who it's for

Southern Iowa Trolley is the regional public transit system for Taylor County and six other south-central Iowa counties. It gives door-to-door weekday rides to the general public, including people with disabilities, and every vehicle is ADA accessible. In Taylor County, rides in Bedford depend on driver availability, so call ahead. Main in-town service runs Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. (days and hours can change with driver availability). Seniors age 60 and older pay $3.00 per in-town ride (or $30.00 for a 12-ride ticket), and in-town rides on Fridays are $1.00. Before riding, seniors must fill out a Connections Area Agency on Aging intake form, which you can get from the driver or the office at 301 Industrial Parkway in Creston. Out-of-town trips start at $10.00 one way. To schedule a ride, call 641-782-6571 or toll free 866-782-6571.

What you'll need

• Connections Area Agency on Aging intake form (for the senior fare)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior bus fares (Southern Iowa Trolley) — Taylor. 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 connections Area Agency on Aging intake form (for the senior fare) — 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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