How to apply for NEKAAA General Public Transportation — Brown in Kansas

Northeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (NEKAAA)

Who it's for

NEKAAA General Public Transportation gives first-come, first-served, origin-to-destination rides to people of all ages and abilities in Atchison, Brown, Doniphan, Jackson and Nemaha counties, including Brown County. Call 24 to 48 hours ahead if you can; same-day rides may be possible depending on cancellations. All rides are scheduled through dispatch at 785-742-7153. Have your name, address, birthdate, phone number, trip date and time, and pickup and drop-off places ready when you call.

Service areas, hours, and fares are set by the transit provider; call ahead to schedule and ask about senior or disability fares.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • Call dispatch with your name, address, birthdate and trip details

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-785-742-7153

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about NEKAAA General Public Transportation — Brown. 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 call dispatch with your name, address, birthdate and trip details — 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

none

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.