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

Stephenson County senior transportation (Pretzel City Area Transit / county dial-a-ride)

Who it's for

Stephenson County public transportation is provided through Stephenson County senior transportation (Pretzel City Area Transit / county dial-a-ride), offering curb-to-curb / demand-response rides for medical appointments, senior centers, and essential errands across Stephenson County (Freeport / Lena / Orangeville / Pearl City). Reduced senior fares (seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities typically pay a discounted fare). The Illinois Benefit Access Program (Illinois Department on Aging) provides additional free/reduced fares for income-eligible riders 65+. Schedule rides in advance.

Stephenson: rural senior dial-a-ride (Stephenson County senior transportation (Pretzel City Area Transit / county dial-a-ride)) + Illinois Benefit Access free/reduced fare for 65+.

What you'll need

Proof of age 60+ (or a Medicare card)
Proof of Stephenson 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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