How to apply for Jackson-Vinton Community Action Transit (Jackson County) in Ohio

Jackson-Vinton Community Action, Inc. (JVCAI) Transportation Program, Wellston

Who it's for

Jackson-Vinton Community Action gives curb-to-curb rides to medical appointments, jobs, and job training for Jackson County residents who meet its rules. Rides go within Jackson and Vinton counties and to Columbus, Athens, Gallipolis, Portsmouth, Lancaster, and other places. If you have Medicaid, call the Jackson County call center at 740-395-0260 to book. If you do not have Medicaid, fill out a CSBG form for everyone in your home and show proof of income; you must meet income limits. Rides to work or training may cost a small fare. Call 740-384-0648 or toll-free 1-866-471-4455 for more information or to schedule a ride.

Rides are for Jackson County residents who have Medicaid or who meet Jackson-Vinton Community Action's income rules. There is no age requirement and no published senior fare. The agency decides who qualifies.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • CSBG form for you and everyone who lives with you (if you do not have Medicaid)
  • Proof of income for everyone in the home
  • Social Security card for everyone in the home

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 740-384-0648

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Jackson-Vinton Community Action Transit (Jackson 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 cSBG form for you and everyone who lives with you (if you do not have Medicaid), proof of income for everyone in the home, social Security card for everyone in the home — 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

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.