How to apply for Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) + UCAT ADA Paratransit — Reduced Senior Fare + ADA Paratransit (Ulster County) in New York

Who it's for

Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) runs fixed-route buses and ADA paratransit across Ulster County. Riders age 60 and over who register with the county Office for the Aging can take one free round trip a week for shopping and two free round trips a week for medical appointments, on UCAT buses or the Office for the Aging medical van; more trips can be scheduled free when slots are open. Register and book medical or shopping trips at 845-334-8120. For general route and schedule help, call UCAT at 845-334-8458.

What you'll need

• Proof of Ulster County residency
• For the senior program: proof of age 60+ and Office for the Aging registration
• For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) + UCAT ADA Paratransit — Reduced Senior Fare + ADA Paratransit (Ulster 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 Ulster County residency, for the senior program: proof of age 60+ and Office for the Aging registration, 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

ongoing; paratransit re-cert periodically