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How to apply for Adams County Senior Transportation + Benefit Access (Adams County)

Public transit + Illinois Benefit Access

Who it's for

Adams County public transportation is Quincy Transit Lines (QTL) fixed-route and demand-response service plus rural county transit for medical appointments, senior centers, and essential errands across Adams County (Quincy, Camp Point, Clayton, Mendon). Seniors and people with disabilities ride at reduced fares; the Illinois Benefit Access Program (Illinois Department on Aging) provides additional free/reduced fares for income-eligible riders 65+. Schedule demand-response rides in advance.

Adams: Quincy Transit Lines (QTL) + rural county transit + Illinois Benefit Access free/reduced fare for 65+.

What you'll need

Proof of age 60+ (or a Medicare card)
Proof of Adams County / Illinois residency
Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-800-252-8966

Renewals

as-needed / pass multi-year

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