Q. Essential Transportation General Information A. The Essential Services Transportation Program is for seniors who reside in the Town of Babylon and meet the following eligibility requirements:
Must be 60 years of age or older
Do not own a car or have access to one
Cannot afford taxi services
Appointments for service can be made by calling (631) 893-1056.
Q. What services does Essential Transportation provide? A.
The Essential Transportation Program provides seniors with free transportation to medical and dental appointments and other essential services as long as they are within the boundaries of the Town of Babylon.
Services include transportation to:
The Social Security Office located at 510 Park Ave in West Babylon
The Town Hall Annex for energy assistance
Babylon Town Hall for tax payments
Shopping needs
Shopping transportation services are by appointment only, Monday through Friday. Pick-up starts at 8:00a.m. and seniors are returned to their home no later than 11:00a.m.
Q. What are the age requirements for Essential Transportation Services? A.
Participants must be 60 years of age or older to be eligible for medical/shopping transportation. Applicants that have access to a vehicle or can afford public transportation are not eligible for the program.
Q. How much notice is needed for Essential Transportation Services? A.
Participants are required to notify the program at least 7-10 days prior for the need of transportation service. This will guarantee your appointment.
Q. Can Essential Transportation Services drive me to physical therapy appointments? A.
Yes, given the availability of transportation. These appointments must be made in advance with pick-ups starting at 8:00 a.m. and return no later than 11:00 a.m.
Q. How long can I receive Essential Transportation Services? A.
There is no renewal period to be part of the program and applicants can receive services as long as they live in the Town of Babylon and as long as they need the services.
Q. How do you verify if an applicant can not drive or does not have a vehicle? A.
Once you apply, vehicle possession and driving abilities will be verified by Town staff by interviewing the applicant.
Q. What are some of the rules for using Essential Transportation Services? A. Transportation services are only within the boundaries of the Town of Babylon and is available for the following services/locations:
Doctor and Dental appointments and physical therapy appointments
The Social Security office located at 510 Park Ave. in West Babylon
Town Hall Annex for energy assistance
Town Hall for tax exemption applications
Cards are issued between 10:00am - noon on the 1st Monday of each month at Tanner Park Senior Citizen Center, as well as on the 1st Friday of each month at Spangle Drive Senior Citizen Center in North Babylon.
Appointments for transportation services must be made at least 7-10 days prior to the needed service. Residents are urged to schedule their doctor and essential appointments between the hours of 8:30am - 10:30am on the day designated for your area.
Please note: Priority will be given to seniors who are going to doctor appointments, lab tests and X-Rays.
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