Durham Region Transit - Specialized Services

Application

Eligibility Application Form must be completed by a physician.
Waiting Period - Trips are based on availability. Transportation may be pre-booked up to 7 days in advance.

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Must have a permanent or temporary disability that prevents the client from using conventional public transit. Must be unable to walk 177 meters.

Fees

Contact office for current fee schedule

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Durham Region

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Provides transportation for eligible disabled residents of Durham Region.

Specialized Services are available to persons who are physically unable to board regular transit vehicles. Fully accessible buses are designed to help people with physical disabilities maintain their independence as they travel to work, school or shops.

Contracted taxis are used to support the Specialized Service during peak hours, after 6 pm on weekdays, during weekends and holidays, for medical appointments and in emergency situations.

Trips are booked in advance on an automatic trip reservation system. Service is provided on a temporary or permanent basis.