How to apply for Coastal Bend Rural Transit — Demand-Response Service (Live Oak County) in Texas

Who it's for

The Coastal Bend Area Agency on Aging lists the ride options for Live Oak County, where senior transportation runs through rural public transportation programs. Live Oak County's own service needs a few days' to one week's notice; call 361-449-0989. It serves riders who can walk and is not wheelchair accessible. Bee County Community Action Agency also gives rides to the general public in Live Oak County for work, medical visits, and shopping with 24 hours' notice (361-358-5530 or 1-800-358-5534). REAL, Inc. runs general-public REAL Transit in Live Oak County; reserve 24 hours ahead, or 48 hours for out-of-town trips (361-668-3158). Fares depend on the trip.

What you'll need

• Advance reservation: a few days to one week for Live Oak County's service; 24 hours for Bee County Community Action Agency and REAL Transit

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Coastal Bend Rural Transit — Demand-Response Service (Live Oak 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 advance reservation: a few days to one week for Live Oak County's service; 24 hours for Bee County Community Action Agency and REAL Transit — 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.

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