Transportation Services
Our Driver Escort program provides primarily transportation for elderly or disabled individuals medical appointments within an 85-mile radius of Richland Center. Local taxi service provides transportation within Richland Center City limits.
Overview
- Service is available to elderly (60+) or disabled residents of Richland County.
- Transportation is primarily available for medical appointments - doctor, therapist, chiropractor, dentist, physical therapy, etc.
- Transportation is available for anyone and for any reason as a ride-along in an already scheduled medical trip with an available seat.
- Program is available Monday through Friday except Holidays.
Scheduling
- Scheduling is through the Transportation Coordinator at 608-647-4616
- Reservations are required three working days prior to the trip
- Trips to Madison and surrounding communities will be on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday with limited availability on Friday.
- When possible multiple passengers will be coordinated to transport at the same time in the same vehicle. There will be wait times for passengers based on the appointment times of all passengers in the vehicle.
Co-Payments
- Co-payment are required based on miles transported and are calculated from the drivers home:
- 0 - 100 miles $20.00
- 101 - 140 miles $25.00
- 141 - 170 miles $30.00
- Our program accepts Medical Assistance
