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Aging in Place

Transportation

Transportation is essential to accessing services in the community. The following are options for general transportation services as well as non-emergency medical transportation both within the City of Amarillo and across the Panhandle region.

For more information or questions about the resources below, contact each organization directly.

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Panhandle Transit

For transportation from a rural community to Amarillo or within certain rural areas, contact Panhandle Community Services. Panhandle Transit provides public transportation in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle.

Call 800-800-6162 at least 24 hours in advance to request a ride.

Panhandle Community Services | Panhandle Transit

(806) 372-2531

1309 SW 8th Ave. Amarillo, TX 79101

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ACT-Connect

For transportation within the City of Amarillo, contact the Amarillo City Transit Office for more information on the paratransit system available for individuals who are unable to ride the fixed route system. This curb-to-curb service is ideal for older adults needing transportation to medical appointments or the grocery store.

An application is required to be completed prior to the first trip.

Amarillo Public Transit Office | ACT-Connect

(806) 378-3095

509 S Bowie St. Amarillo, TX 79106

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The Area Agency on Aging of the Panhandle has a program to provide a number of free rides to older adults over the age of 60 in partnership with ACT-Connect. Contact the Public Transit office directly to see if you qualify. Program is dependent on the availability of funds.

The City is currently offering a Ride-Share Voucher Pilot Program to provides affordable, curb-to-curb transportation for eligible Amarillo residents. Riders pay just $1 per trip. The program began on February 16, 2026, and will operate for six months. Contact the Amarillo Public Transit Office or go online to apply.

Medicaid

Nonemergency medical transportation services are available for Medicaid beneficiaries. These services include rides to a doctor's office, dentist's office, hospital, drug store or any place that provides covered health care services.

If you are a Medicaid recipient, you may call 877-633-8747 (877-MED-TRIP) to request a ride.

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Not sure if you are receiving Medicaid? Below are three ways you can find out:

1) Check to see if you have a card that says STAR+PLUS. If so, you are enrolled in Medicaid and have access to transportation services. Call the number above or on your card to request a ride.

2) Call 2-1-1 to be connected with a Texas Health and Human Services Representative. They can check the status of your benefits.

3) Go online to YourTexasBenefits.com to see if you are enrolled.

ChemoCars

In partnership with the Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation, ChemoCars provides free on-demand rides to and from cancer treatment via Uber and Lyft.

To book a ride, call (704) 981-2010.

Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation | ChemoCars

(704) 981-2010 | ChemoCars

(806) 331-2400 | Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation

1732 Hagy Blvd. Amarillo, TX 79106

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Medicare Advantage

Some Medicare Advantage Plans offer nonemergency medical transportation services for members. This service is completely dependent on the individual plan.

Note: Original Medicare (Parts A & B) and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans do not cover routine transportation to medical appointments.

If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C), you may contact your plan directly to see if they offer transportation as a service.

Not sure what Medicare plan you are enrolled in? Below are three ways you can find out:

1) Check to see if you have an insurance card other than your red, white, and blue Medicare card and separate from any Part D prescription drug card. If you have one that says PPO, HMO, or Medicare Advantage, you may currently be enrolled in a Part C Medicare Advantage Plan. Call the number on your card to confirm your enrollment and ask about transportation services.

2) Call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) to be connected with a Medicare representative. They can tell you what plan you are enrolled in and if transportation is offered as a benefit.

3) Go online to Medicare.gov and create an account to view the plan you are currently enrolled in. This will also provide you with the contact information to call the plan or go online to their website to learn more including if transportation is a service offered.