How to apply for Coast Transit Authority free senior rides and reduced fares — Harrison in Mississippi

Who it's for

Coast Transit Authority (CTA) offers free, limited curb-to-curb rides for senior citizens in Harrison County to medical appointments and senior citizens' centers, with up to three medical trips and one grocery trip each week depending on where you live. To sign up, call the Harrison County Senior Center at 228-241-2000 to get certified. Then reserve a ride with CTA at 866-206-8843 by 4 p.m. the business day before; rides can be booked up to 2 weeks ahead, and there is no same-day service. On regular CTA buses, people 60 or older with a Senior Citizens' Transit ID ride for $0.85 per fare zone, and a Medicare card also gets that fare. A Seniors Monthly Pass is $32, and people 90 or older can get a free ride ID. To get the senior ID, bring proof of age to the CTA office at 333 DeBuys Road in Gulfport, weekdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CTA also runs ADA Paratransit and countywide ADA Paratransit PLUS for certified riders with disabilities.

What you'll need

• Proof of age (for a Senior Citizens' Transit ID)
• Medicare card (accepted for the reduced fare)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Coast Transit Authority free senior rides and reduced fares — Harrison. 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 age (for a Senior Citizens' Transit ID), medicare card (accepted for the reduced 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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