RIde-Americans with Disabilities Act Paratransit Program (ADA)
Address
705 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 461-9760
Description:
The RIde Program is for people with disabilities that prevent the use of fixed-route buses, RIPTA offers paratransit service through the RIde Program, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ADA Paratransit provides door to door service and requires advance reservations.
RIde is a shared ride service so your trip time may not be scheduled at the exact time you request. A RIde Customer Service Agent will work with you to find a time that works. You may need to call back later to find out the time your trip is scheduled.
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Description
The RIde Program is for people with disabilities that prevent the use of fixed-route buses, RIPTA offers paratransit service through the RIde Program, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ADA Paratransit provides door to door service and requires advance reservations. RIde is a shared ride service so your trip time may not be scheduled at the exact time you request. A RIde Customer Service Agent will work with you to find a time that works. You may need to call back later to find out the time your trip is scheduled.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM (Service hours vary); Sat & Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM
Eligibility
Disabled - Considers functional ability;and whether you are unable to travel on RIPTA fixed route service all or some of the time due to your disability; and your effort and risk during such travel.
Fees
$4.00 per one-way trip
Intake Procedure
To apply: Go to https://www.ripta.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/paratransit_eligibility_application_2_1_2018__004_.pdf Must make a reservation at least a day before ride is needed. Must have the following information available at time of call: - Date traveling - Starting address - Destination address - Arrival time - Return time if scheduling a round trip - Wheelchair/mobility device - Service animal - Accompanied by an assistant
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
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General Information
Hours:
Call Center Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM (Service hours vary); Sat & Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM
Intake Process:
To apply: Go to https://www.ripta.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/paratransit_eligibility_application_2_1_2018__004_.pdf
Must make a reservation at least a day before ride is needed. Must have the following information available at time of call:
- Date traveling
- Starting address
- Destination address
- Arrival time
- Return time if scheduling a round trip
- Wheelchair/mobility device
- Service animal
- Accompanied by an assistant
Program Fees:
$4.00 per one-way trip
Eligibility:
Disabled - Considers functional ability;and whether you are unable to travel on RIPTA fixed route service all or some of the time due to your disability; and your effort and risk during such travel.
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
AKA:
ADA, RIde
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
September 21, 2020
Legal Status:
State
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Description
The RIde Program is for people with disabilities that prevent the use of fixed-route buses, RIPTA offers paratransit service through the RIde Program, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ADA Paratransit provides door to door service and requires advance reservations. RIde is a shared ride service so your trip time may not be scheduled at the exact time you request. A RIde Customer Service Agent will work with you to find a time that works. You may need to call back later to find out the time your trip is scheduled.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM (Service hours vary); Sat & Sun 8:00AM-4:00PM
Eligibility
Disabled - Considers functional ability;and whether you are unable to travel on RIPTA fixed route service all or some of the time due to your disability; and your effort and risk during such travel.
Fees
$4.00 per one-way trip
Intake Procedure
To apply: Go to https://www.ripta.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/paratransit_eligibility_application_2_1_2018__004_.pdf Must make a reservation at least a day before ride is needed. Must have the following information available at time of call: - Date traveling - Starting address - Destination address - Arrival time - Return time if scheduling a round trip - Wheelchair/mobility device - Service animal - Accompanied by an assistant
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Address Listings
Mailing
265 Melrose Street
Providence, RI 02907
Physical (Primary)
705 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI 02907
Contacts
Bill Inlow
Primary Contact
Coordinator
General Email
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(401) 461-9760
Fax
(401) 461-8210
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