Medical Transportation for seniors residing in Andover

Medical Transportation

Transportation for medical appointments.  Fee schedule separate.  You are responsible for any parking, tolls or other related fees.  If you need a receipt, please let us know in advance.

We can not transport people on oxygen. You can receive transportation services through MVRTA if you are on oxygen.

Medical Transportation Drivers

• Receive orientation, training and supervision
• Are required to complete a CORI (criminal record check)
• Receive a mileage reimbursement for using their personal vehicle

Medical Transportation Passengers

• Complete application process
• Agree to follow program guidelines
• Respect the volunteer drivers
• Understand that drivers are not always available

Transportation for events at The Senior Center at Punchard

Scheduling a pick-up

• Contact the Transportation Coordinator with date and event for which you’re requesting transportation
• Fee $2.00 each way
• We suggest you plan to stay at the Senior Center for lunch

Grocery shopping trips

• Scheduled  Wednesday, 10 am-2 pm
• Sign up by Monday
• Fee $5.00
• Must be ready at the specified time
• Must be able to carry your own bags

Townie Trips

• Want to visit a friend, go to the hair dresser, library, shop in town.
• Trips are every Thursday
• Please book your trip by the previous Monday.
• Fee $4 each way and $7 round trip.
• Plan on staying at your location for at least one hour.
• From 9:30-2:30pm

Check the newsletter for other scheduled trips & fees.

MVRTA Shuttle Bus

MVRTA Route 21 - Route includes:

• Doctors Park
• YMCA
• Shawsheen Plaza
• Downtown Andover
• Rte 114 Plaza
• The Senior Center at Punchard
• Town Offices
• Andover Commons
• Frye Circle
• Andover Housing/Morton St.

Schedule available at the Senior Center. No charge for those 60+

EZ Trans Program

• MVRTA curb to curb service
• Age 60+ or persons w/disability
• Fees vary and advanced registration is required
• Contact MVRTA or  The Senior Center at Punchard staff for additional information
• Medi-Ride to Boston/Lahey Peabody

Contact MVRTA 978-469-6878 ext. 3

Other Transportation

Mass Health PT-1/ VA