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

Bee County Community Action Agency — general-public demand-response transit for Bee, Live Oak and Refugio counties; senior rides in Refugio County also scheduled through the Williamson Senior Center (listed by the Area Agency on Aging of the Coastal Bend)

Who it's for

Refugio County rural transit is run by the Bee County Community Action Agency, which gives demand-response rides to the general public in Bee, Live Oak and Refugio counties for work, medical appointments and shopping; call 361-358-5530 or 1-800-358-5534 at least 24 hours ahead. Seniors can also schedule rides through the Williamson Senior Center in Refugio at 361-526-5579. For help finding a ride, call the Coastal Bend AAA Information & Assistance line at 361-883-3935.

Refugio County rural demand-response. Coastal Bend AAA coordinates transit referrals across the 11-county region.

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

  • For rural transit rides: advance reservation
  • Proof of Refugio County residency
  • For senior fare: proof of age 60+

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 361-358-5530, 361-526-5579

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Coastal Bend Rural Transit — Demand-Response Service (Refugio 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 for rural transit rides: advance reservation, proof of Refugio County residency, for senior fare: proof of age 60+ — 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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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.