How to apply for CART Shared Ride — Call-A-Ride Transportation (Bedford County) in Pennsylvania

Who it's for

Bedford County has no fixed-route bus system. Rides come from CART, a shared-ride service the Huntingdon-Bedford-Fulton Area Agency on Aging runs across Bedford, Huntingdon and Fulton counties. Riders age 65 and older pay a reduced per-trip fare that depends on how far they travel — rides are not free. Trips to a senior center are free for anyone age 60 and older. Book at least one day ahead by calling 1-800-333-9004 or 814-635-3653, weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Riders must show proof of age and sign an age-verification form before the first trip. Applications for the Persons with Disabilities and Medical Assistance Transportation programs are handled in Bedford County by the Center for Community Action at 814-623-9129.

What you'll need

• Proof of Bedford County residency
• Proof of age (a signed age-verification form is required before the first trip)
• For Persons with Disabilities rides: the PwD program application, handled by the Center for Community Action

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about CART Shared Ride — Call-A-Ride Transportation (Bedford 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 Bedford County residency, proof of age (a signed age-verification form is required before the first trip), for Persons with Disabilities rides: the PwD program application, handled by the Center for Community Action — 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

Senior ID is permanent