How to apply for Senior & Disabled Transit (JAUNT (rural demand-response) + Charlottesville Area Transit (urban fixed-route, fare-free)) — Albemarle in Virginia

Who it's for

Jaunt and Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) serve Albemarle County. Jaunt provides curb-to-curb demand-response rides in rural Albemarle and ADA paratransit in urban Albemarle and Charlottesville (ADA paratransit needs an approved eligibility application first). Book Jaunt rides at least one day and up to seven days ahead by calling (434) 296-3184, option 1. Jaunt CONNECT commuter buses run from Crozet and 29 North to UVA and downtown Charlottesville, with no reservation needed. CAT fixed-route buses in Charlottesville and urban Albemarle are fare-free for everyone. Jaunt does not post its fares online, so ask about cost when you book.

What you'll need

• No documents needed to book a demand-response ride; first-time riders set up a rider account by phone
• For ADA paratransit: an approved Jaunt ADA eligibility application

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior & Disabled Transit (JAUNT (rural demand-response) + Charlottesville Area Transit (urban fixed-route, fare-free)) — Albemarle. 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 no documents needed to book a demand-response ride; first-time riders set up a rider account by phone, for ADA paratransit: an approved Jaunt ADA eligibility application — 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

per trip / fare card renewal