Getting to a medical appointment, picking up groceries, or visiting family shouldn’t require stretching an already tight transportation budget. In Connecticut, older adults and people with disabilities can use several discounted ride programs. The challenge is knowing which ones serve your area, what they cost, and how to qualify.
Transportation should make life easier — not more expensive. However, for many Connecticut residents, the cost of everyday travel can quickly add up.
The Encompass Program is a low-cost, user-friendly transportation initiative that serves eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities in the Greater Hartford and Greater New Haven areas.
For many, getting reliable, wheelchair-accessible patient transportation can be a major barrier.
For many, getting reliable, wheelchair-accessible patient transportation can be a major barrier.