How to apply for CATA (Centre Area Transportation Authority) (Centre County)

Who it's for

CATA (Centre Area Transportation Authority) covers Centre County. Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) operates fixed-route bus across State College + Bellefonte + Penn State campus. Distinctive student-heavy ridership pattern. PA Senior Free Transit Program FREE for age 65+ on fixed-route. Shared Ride for medical and essential trips.. PA Senior Shared Ride program — funded by PA Lottery, age 65+ pays $1-3 per essential trip. Apply for senior fare through the local transit authority or Centre AAA at 814-355-6716.

What you'll need

• Proof of Centre County / PA residency
• Proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT ID)
• For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about CATA (Centre Area Transportation Authority) (Centre County). 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 centre county / pa residency, proof of age 65+ (pa senior citizen transit id or penndot id), for paratransit: ada-eligibility certification — 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

Senior ID is permanent