How to apply for Okeechobee Community Transportation (TD Curb-to-Curb) in Florida

Who it's for

Okeechobee County does not operate a fixed-route public bus system — the only county-coordinated public transit option is Community Transportation, a Florida Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) door-to-door shared-ride service run by MTM Transit. The service is available to seniors age 60 and older, individuals with disabilities, and low-income residents without access to other transportation. Registration is required in advance. Community Transportation connects Okeechobee residents to medical appointments, grocery stores, pharmacies, and other essential destinations within Okeechobee County and to nearby cross-county destinations when funding allows. Call MTM Transit at 1-800-260-0139 to register and schedule rides at least two business days ahead (up to 14 days). The Okeechobee Senior Services Department (1690 NW 9th Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972, phone 863-462-5180) is also a useful intake point and can connect Okeechobee seniors to additional transportation options including the county's veterans VA medical transportation service (separately operated for veterans needing trips to the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center).

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+ OR disability OR low-income eligibility (Medicare card, Florida driver's license, Florida ID, or other ID showing age; physician note for disability; income documentation for TD-based eligibility)
• Proof of Okeechobee County residency
• Registration with MTM Transit Community Transportation (call 1-800-260-0139; registration required)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Okeechobee Community Transportation (TD Curb-to-Curb). 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 60+ OR disability OR low-income eligibility (Medicare card, Florida driver's license, Florida ID, or other ID showing age; physician note for disability; income documentation for TD-based eligibility), proof of Okeechobee County residency, registration with MTM Transit Community Transportation (call 1-800-260-0139; registration required) — 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

periodic re-registration; rides scheduled per trip