How to apply for Washington Rides (Washington County Transportation Authority) + WeGo Senior Shared Ride (Washington County) in Pennsylvania

Who it's for

Washington Rides (Washington County Transportation Authority) + WeGo Senior Shared Ride covers Washington County. Washington Rides (Washington County Transportation Authority) operates fixed-route bus in Washington + Canonsburg + connecting routes to Pittsburgh. Senior Shared Ride for medical and other essential trips. PRT connections at Pittsburgh border. PA also runs the Senior Shared Ride program (WeGo Shared Ride) — seniors 65+ pay 15% of the fare and the Pennsylvania Lottery Fund pays the other 85%, for essential medical and life trips. Apply for senior fare through the local transit authority or Washington AAA at 724-489-8080.

What you'll need

• Proof of Washington County / PA residency
• Proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT ID)
• For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Washington Rides (Washington County Transportation Authority) + WeGo Senior Shared Ride (Washington 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 Washington County / PA residency, proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT ID), 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

Senior ID is permanent; paratransit re-cert periodically