How to apply for Senior & Disabled Transit (Mount Adams Transportation Service (MATS) — Klickitat County Senior Services (part of the Gorge TransLink alliance)) — Klickitat

Who it's for

Mount Adams Transportation Service (MATS) — Klickitat County Senior Services (part of the Gorge TransLink alliance) serves Klickitat County with County-run dial-a-ride/volunteer-driver service open to Klickitat County residents who lack transportation, for medical appointments, grocery shopping, social service appointments, education, and limited employment trips. Goldendale office (509-773-3757) serves the east county; White Salmon office (509-493-3068) serves Dallesport/Klickitat and west. Senior transportation is funded in part by the AAA of Southwest Washington; for that funding a senior is defined as 60+.. Older adults and people with disabilities can use reduced fares or demand-response rides for medical appointments, shopping, and other essential trips. Rides are free or low-cost depending on the service. Call 1-509-773-3757 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

What you'll need

• Proof of Klickitat County residency
• Proof of age 60+ or disability for reduced fare

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior & Disabled Transit (Mount Adams Transportation Service (MATS) — Klickitat County Senior Services (part of the Gorge TransLink alliance)) — Klickitat. 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 klickitat county residency, proof of age 60+ or disability for 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

per trip / fare card renewal