Scheduled Accessible Rides

 Serving Berkeley Residents

If you qualify for Wheelchair Van Vouchers through the City of Berkeley's Rides for Seniors and the Disabled Program. You can use our scheduled accessible rides service to get to essential medical appointments, errands, and events when no other transportation options are available.

Free, Scheduled Transport

Schedule a ride with us at least 24 hours in advance for safe, accessible transportation in and around the City of Berkeley (up to 10 miles outside the city limits.) Get a guaranteed ride and pay with vouchers.

Safe, Accessible Vans

Our vans are equipped with power lifts and complete wheelchair securement systems. Vans include floor‑mounted wheelchair tie‑downs and lap/shoulder belts to safely secure both you and your chair.

Last Minute Transportation

If you require emergency transportation but can't give 24 hours notice, you can book an emergency ride assuming we have a driver available. Rides are paid for with cash and subsidized by BRSD.

Emergency Rides 

Acceptable Trips

Our van service is meant to be used for certain types of trips when no other transportation options are available. Use East Bay Paratransit,
AC Transit and BART whenever possible. When these systems can't get you to your destination and you're going on one of the following outings, our team is ready to help.

Medical Appointments

Reliable, accessible transportation to non‑emergency medical appointments, including doctor visits, dialysis, therapy, and follow‑up care. Our drivers assist with safe boarding and ensure clients arrive on time and comfortably. 

Essential Errand & Grocery Trips

Door‑to‑door transportation for grocery shopping, pharmacy stops, and other essential errands. These rides support independence by helping clients access daily necessities safely and stress‑free.

Start Living as You Choose

If you'd like to start using our Scheduled Accessible Rides Service to get around town, all you have to is fill out a short form to verify your eligibility. If approved, we'll send you the complete application.

10 miles costs

1/voucher

Berkeley clients can use BRSD vouchers to pay for scheduled rides. No cash payment is required.

  • For every 10 miles you travel, you'll need to provide one Wheelchair-Van or High Medical Need Voucher.
  • Riders can travel up to 10 miles outside of the City of Berkeley.
  • Vouchers must be presented at the start of your ride, not the end or after.
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Made possible by:

Berkeley Rides for Seniors and the Disabled

  • Berkeley Rides for Seniors & the Disabled (BRSD) provides no cost taxi, accessible wheelchair van and GoGo (Uber and/or Lyft) rides for eligible City of Berkeley senior and disabled residents.
  • Administers specialized mobility programs supporting seniors and people with disabilities.
  • Working towards expanding access, improving mobility, and fostering livable, connected communities
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Empowering us to repair more than ever before

  • The City of Berkeley's Measure E is our main source of funding and allows to provide ongoing services to their residents.
  • Funds from a Grant provided by the City of Emeryville are still available to assist their residents
  • Funds donated by members of the Community and Share the Spirit are still available for Albany and El Cerrito.