Councilman Michael Polensek has committed $10,000 to introduce a new transportation program for seniors in Ward 11. Senior Transportation Services are now available for senior adults living in Ward 11. The six month pilot program will be provided through the Cleveland Department of Aging and the Senior Transportation Connection (STC).
To be eligible to take advantage of this service, Ward 11 residents must be 60 years of age or older and have limited options for transportation. Seniors that are eligible for this service will be provided two one-way trips per week that have been scheduled at least two days prior. A fare of $1.00 per one way trip will be charged. Drivers are not permitted to make change on the van or accept tips. Cancellation of trips must be made by 7 a.m. the day of the scheduled trip.
Trips will be available to eligible residents during business hours of Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Medical related trips will be made a priority and must be located within Cuyahoga County. Riders who wish to make personal shopping trips or run errands will be limited within the city of Cleveland and restricted to five shopping bags per trip.
Residents interested in this service must call the Cleveland Department of Aging to register at 664-2833. Department of Aging intake workers will verify the home address of eligible residents who will then be referred to the Senior Transportation Connection.
“I am very happy to announce Senior Transportation Services to the golden aged members of the Ward 11 community who often have trouble getting to doctor appointments or the grocery store for basic necessities,” said Councilman Polensek. “This program is designed to improve the quality of life of seniors in our ward and I hope that residents will take advantage of this great service.”
For more information on the Senior Transportation Services please call the Ward 11 office at 216-664-4236
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