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    Transportation

    We all need reliable transportation to get to appointments, buy food and medications, and take care of other needs. Whether an older adult drives their own car or uses public transportation, the Commonwealth provides many resources to help with getting around.

    Free Transit Program for Senior Citizens

    The free transit program lets senior citizens ride local buses on a fixed-route for free whenever the public transit system is running. To qualify, you need to be 65 or older and get a senior citizen transit ID card. This card is free and can be picked up from local transit offices.

    Visit PennDOT's Public Transportation Map, then click on your county to see all the public transit options available in your area.

    Shared Ride Program

    The shared-ride program lets senior citizens (65 years of age and older) to use shared-ride services.  Shared Ride allows you to schedule transportation and usually provides curb-to-curb service, and pay only a small portion of the regular shared-ride fare.

    Visit PennDOT's Public Transportation Map, then click on your county to see all the public transit options available in your area.

    Additional Programs & Resources

    • Persons with Disability Parking Placard and Registration Plates - People meeting the eligibility requirements can get a parking placard and/or registration plate.  Both are accepted in all 50 states.
    • Non-driver Identification Cards - Similar in appearance to a driver's license, the official commonwealth ID card is accepted as an official form of personal ID. Any Pennsylvania driver who voluntarily surrenders his/her driver's license for medical reasons can obtain a photo ID free of charge. For all others, including those who never received a license, there is a fee.
    • Auto Insurance Discounts - If you are an older adult, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania provides mandated auto insurance discounts for you. The three (3) approved courses are conducted by the AARP, the American Automobile Association (AAA), and the National Safety Council. 
    • Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Discounts – People who qualify can get a discount on yearly registration renewals.
    • Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles, Low Vision Restricted Driver's Licenses, 1-800-932-4600 (Toll free) - If you do not meet the vision standards for a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania driver's license, you may qualify for a restricted (low vision) license.