Please make sure to contact Southern Area Agency on Aging: Senior Transportation to confirm details of their transportation services.
Provides rides for only the following purposes: medical appointments. Also, you must meet at least one of these criteria: you have a disability. No membership is required.
The Transportation Benefit program offers affordable transportation options for older adults with pricing based on a sliding scale according to the rider's income. In many cases, the program is available for free, making it accessible to older adults with limited financial resources. Riders are required to schedule their rides in advance, typically a few days prior to their planned trip.
Using this program, older adults can pay for their transportation using a check or cash, providing flexibility in payment methods. The program offers shared van rides, allowing multiple older adults to travel together, which can foster a sense of community and companionship during the journey. Additionally, the program ensures convenience by offering door-to-door transportation services, ensuring that older adults are safely dropped off at their destination.
It is advisable for older adults to schedule their transportation by contacting the program at least by Friday before their appointment, as this may be a requirement for certain services. Overall, the Transportation Benefit program aims to provide older adults with a reliable and cost-effective means of transportation, catering to their unique needs and helping them maintain their independence and mobility.
Service Area
Martinsville; Henry Co.; Pittsylvania Co.; Franklin Co.; Patrick Co.; Roanoke; Danville; West Piedmont District
Days of operation
| Monday | Open |
| Tuesday | Open |
| Wednesday | Open |
| Thursday | Open |
| Friday | Open |
| Saturday | Open |
| Sunday | Open |
Contact Southern Area Agency on Aging: Senior Transportation
204 Cleveland Avenue
Martinsville, VA 24112
(276) 632-6442
https://www.mile1.net/logistics
