How to apply for The Connection (SCRPT) — Public Transit + Free Senior Rides (Hunt County) in Texas
Senior Center Resources and Public Transit, Inc. (SCRPT) — The Connection, Hunt County's rural transit district since 1989 (Greenville)
Who it's for
The Connection is Hunt County's reservation-based public bus service, run by Senior Center Resources and Public Transit, Inc. (SCRPT) in Greenville. Anyone in Hunt County can ride, Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Book one day ahead; same-day rides are available at double the regular fare. Riders age 60 and older get free rides to hospitals, doctors' offices, pharmacies, the grocery store (one trip a week) and senior centers; other trips are $2 one way in the same city and $3 one way within the county. Call 903-454-1444 to book.
Hunt transit availability varies by community. Most rural-county service requires advance reservation.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Call 903-454-1444 at least one day ahead to reserve
- Proof of age 60 or older for free senior trips
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 903-454-1444
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about The Connection (SCRPT) — Public Transit + Free Senior Rides (Hunt 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 call 903-454-1444 at least one day ahead to reserve, proof of age 60 or older for free senior trips — 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
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Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.