How to apply for High Valley Transit free buses and Valley Ride paratransit — Summit in Utah
High Valley Transit
Who it's for
High Valley Transit runs free public transit in the Wasatch Back: bus lines, on-demand Micro vans and paratransit. Micro vans serve Kimball Junction and nearby areas, Park City, and the Heber Valley. In Summit County, paratransit riders can travel between High Valley Transit and Park City Transit service areas without changing vehicles. If a temporary or permanent disability keeps you from using the bus, you can apply for Valley Ride, free ADA paratransit within three-quarters of a mile of bus lines, 7 days a week. Book rides by 5 pm the day before at 435-246-1538.
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.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Valley Ride application (online, by mail or in person) for paratransit
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-435-246-1538
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about High Valley Transit free buses and Valley Ride paratransit — Summit. 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 valley Ride application (online, by mail or in person) for paratransit — 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
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Elder ServicesArea Agency on Aging services (MAG Aging & Family Services) — SummitMountainland Association of Governments (MAG) — Aging & Family Services
- Elder ServicesUtah SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program): free Medicare counselingUtah Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), through local Area Agencies on Aging
- Supportive ServicesLong-Term Care Ombudsman ProgramAdministration for Community Living (delivered locally by State and local Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs)
- Supportive ServicesNational Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA Title III-E)Administration for Community Living (delivered locally by Area Agencies on Aging)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.