"I have no car so I really depend on the Red Cross to get me to and from doctor appointments."
"I had you at a time when I could not afford a taxi."
"I am in my mid-eighties and no longer drive,
so I need you."
By The Numbers
DRIVERS
25 trained volunteers
3 full time paid drivers
3 part time paid drivers
2 intermittent drivers
VEHICLES
7 sedans
2 lift vehicles for wheelchair clients
CLIENTS
19,600+ one-way trips this year!
Community Transportation Program
The American Red Cross believes that one’s inability to drive themselves shouldn’t prevent them from living independently in their
own homes. That’s why we provide safe, reliable and timely transportation for seniors, and others in Franklin County, to medical and other life-enhancing appointments through our Community Transportation Program.
This service is provided to those who qualify either through a third party payer such as Franklin County Senior Options, Title III, those who purchase their trips through the Fee for Service program or through the local support of the Red Cross general fund and the United Way. Medical transportation (dialysis, family physician, optometrist, podiatrist, dentist, etc.) is considered first priority. Non-medical requests (i.e. grocery shopping, hair salon, etc.) are considered secondary and are scheduled on a first call first served basis according to vehicle availability.
To schedule transportation call (614) 253-6705 during the hours of 8:30 am - 5 pm Monday through Friday. We schedule appointments six to eight weeks in advance; therefore we request you give a minimum 7-10 working days notice.
Designed for Franklin County residents, of any age. who do not qualify for the programs listed below, our Fee for Service transportation option will provide you with the same quality and caring service. Fees are based on mileage, and clients may purchase a card for transportation to reoccurring medical appointments. This is an excellent alternative to other less personal transportation options.
Resident of Franklin County
Age unrestricted
Designed for those that do not qualify for other programs
due to income, age, or physical condition
Taking a ride with us is as easy as the punch of a card!
