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METROLift
METROLift is an ADA accessible, shared-ride paratransit service that is available for prequalified customers. It operates in most of Harris County including portions of Kingwood, Humble and Clear Lake.
If you have a disability, you’re eligible to become a METROLift customer if you meet at least one of these criteria:
Your disability prevents you from walking or rolling to a bus stop without assistance.
You require assistance to board, navigate, ride or disembark from one or more of METRO’s other accessible services.
You can use one of METRO’s other accessible services but there are physical obstacles on your path which prevent you from doing so.
Additional information on how to apply and eligibility: https://www.ridemetro.org/riding-metro/transit-services/metrolift-paratransit#metro-lift-how-to-apply-active-modal
or Call: 713-225-0119
Not a free service*
Community Connector
Community Connector is an on-demand micro-transit service that bridges the gap between the "first and last mile" of your journey by getting you to a fixed-route service or a destination where access to transit is challenging.
Currently offered for free in the downtown, Heights, Near Northside, Second Ward and Third Ward communities.
Community Connector trips must be booked through the Ride Circuit app – available via the App Store (iOS devices) and Google Play Store (Android users).
For additional information on this resource, please visit: https://www.ridemetro.org/riding-metro/transit-services/community-connector
Harris County Transit
RIDES
RIDES is a transportation service designed for eligible Harris County residents who face barriers to public transit, such as older adults, people with disabilities, or those with limited income. This subsidized program helps people get to medical appointments, grocery stores, work, and other essential destinations, supporting independence and access to daily life.
RIDES offers two affordable service options:
Shared Ride- A non-metered, advance-reservation service where riders share trips with others. Ideal for longer journeys (over 12 miles).. Reservations must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
Taxi Service- A metered, same-day option requiring 90 minutes' notice. Riders pay 40% of the metered fare, offering flexible, on-demand transportation.
Contact and Information:
David Coleman- Program Coordinator
Phone: 832-927-4894
Address: 8410 Lantern Point Drive Houston, Texas 77054
For additional information on services and who to sign up, please visit: https://rides.harriscountytx.gov/
ADA Paratransit
Harris County Transit offers ADA Paratransit Assistance to individuals with disabilities who cannot independently board, ride, or disembark from a fixed-route bus, even if equipped with a wheelchair lift or ramp. This shared-ride service operates within ¾ mile of fixed bus routes, providing essential mobility options for eligible residents.
Contact and Information:
Phone: 832-927-4953
For more information on this service and to access the application, please visit: ADA Paratransit
Project Access
Project Access is Houston’s only regularly scheduled, no-cost transportation service dedicated to helping individuals experiencing homelessness reach housing services. Operating Monday through Friday, 52 weeks a year, this accessible 40-passenger bus travels a 23-agency route, ensuring reliable support to those who need it most.
All rides are free; registration and tickets are required. Tickets are available through partnering agencies across the city, even if you are not enrolled in their programs.
Contact and Information:
Phone: 713-286-6000
Email: info@homeless-healthcare.org
Address: 1934 Caroline Street, Houston, TX 77002
For more information on partner agencies, please visit: https://www.homeless-healthcare.org/project-access
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