Do you need help getting to and from your cancer treatment? Transportation costs and logistics can be difficult to navigate for cancer patients and their caregivers. We have compiled a list of non-emergency medical transportation assistance for cancer patients, including local resources.
Where to Find Transportation Assistance for Cancer Patients
Please note that the below resources are subject to the availability of funds and personnel of the respective organizations. Please let us know if any of the resources listed are inaccurate so we can provide the most up-to-date information to cancer patients and their families.
Your Insurance Coverage May Offer Transportation Benefits
First, consider your insurance coverage and whether your specific insurance plan offers transportation benefits.
- For Medicare recipients, please call your Medicare Advantage plan to determine whether transportation benefits are included in your specific plan.
- For Medicaid recipients, transportation benefits are included. Please call your specific Medicaid health plan to arrange a ride. Here is a list of the specific Medicaid health plans and the numbers to call for transportation assistance: Medicaid Health Plan Contact Information for Transportation
- If you receive Medicaid but are not enrolled in a specific Medicaid health plan, call the Medical Transportation Program number at 877-633-8747.
Public City Transportation in Tarrant County
Secondly, consider where you are currently living and if public transportation is available.
- For Fort Worth residents, Trinity Metro offers bus rides, an intercity railway, ACCESS Paratransit rides, and ZIPZONE vehicles. The number for additional questions is 817-215-8600. For more information on planning your ride through Trinity Metro, here is the website to find your route, ticket pricing, and hours of operation: Ride Trinity Metro
- Also, individuals who have a disability can sign up for ACCESS Paratransit, which will pick up a rider directly from their residence and drop off directly at their destination. The number for additional questions is 817-215-8600. To sign up, here is the online application: ACCESS Paratransit Service
- For Arlington residents, the public transportation system offered within the city is called Via, an on-demand rideshare service. The number to schedule a ride is 817-784-7382. For more information on planning your ride through Via, here is the website to check the price, service area, and hours of operation: Ride Via Arlington
- Also, individuals who have a disability can sign up for Handitran, an accessible form of transportation. To register for this program, please call 817-275-3704 or visit the website: Handitran Service
- For Grand Prairie residents, the public transportation system offered within the city is called Via, an on-demand rideshare service. The number to schedule a ride is 214-253-0847. For more information on planning your ride through Via, here is the website to check the price, service area, and hours of operation: Ride Via Grand Prairie
- Also, individuals who are at least 60 years of age or have a physical or mental disability (cancer included) can sign up for the Grand Connection Transit Service, a door-to-door paratransit service. To register for this program, please call 972-237-8546 or visit the website: Grand Connection Transit Services
Nationwide and Local Nonprofits Offering Transportation Assistance
Finally, consider what nationwide and local agencies provide services to the community, though more qualifications may be required for non-emergency medical transportation assistance.
- The American Cancer Society (ACS) has a ride program called Road to Recovery. For more information to see if this program is available in your area, call 1-800-227-2345 or visit the website: ACS: Road To Recovery
- Nationwide, the ACS offers a transportation grant that agencies can apply for, though it does not provide direct assistance to patients; therefore, ask the social worker or nurse at your treatment facility to see if the facility offers transportation assistance.
- For surrounding cities in Tarrant County that are listed on its website, Catholic Charities Fort Worth (CCFW) offers transportation services for medical and non-medical appointments. The number to schedule a ride is 817-336-8714. To plan your ride through Catholic Charities, here is the website to check the price, service area, and hours of operation: CCFW Transportation
- For surrounding cities in Tarrant County in the Mid-Cities area, Serving Our Seniors offers transportation assistance to individuals who meet its qualifications. The number for more information is 817-282-0531. Here is the online application: Serving Our Seniors
- For Tarrant County residents, Cancer Care Services offers transportation assistance to individuals who meet its qualifications. The number for more information is 817-921-0653. Here is the online application to request assistance: Cancer Care Services
You can also find other area-specific transportation assistance for cancer patients by viewing our resources for nearby counties. Type in your county’s name in the Resource search bar to find additional help.
Compiled by Joy Rong, LMSW
Cancer Care Services is here to help so that no one has to cope with cancer alone! We can help you find resources and will determine if you are eligible for our assistance programs, such as gas or medication assistance. We can also connect you with in-house social events. Contact us today at 817-921-0653 or fill out our online form. We look forward to helping you!
