Rise and Ride Program
How can it help?
TThe Rise and Ride Program is intended to aid individuals and families struggling with getting rides to medical and work-related appointments. You must be working or being hired, with an offer letter to qualify Rise n Ride program is a limited time to assist.
WHAT DO I NEED TO QUALIFY FOR THE PROGRAM?
• 18 years of age
• Valid photo ID
• Lackawanna County Resident
• An applicant’s income must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
• Verification that the applicant works a minimum of 21 hours/per week, or a formal offer letter from a future employer documenting the expected hourly wage.
ASSISTANCE PROVIDED ON YOUR BEHALF
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Rides to the Following
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Work
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Medical Appointments
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Work-Related Appointments
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Available Services
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Drivers are available Monday through Friday from 8:30-5:00pm
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Bus passes are available for destinations on bus routes
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WHAT DO YOU NEED TO APPLY?
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All requested documentation must be fully completed, with the necessary supporting documents attached, and submitted to: ldoran@acenepa.org
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If an applicant is unable to provide documentation via email, paper packets may be submitted via USPS to:
Agency for Community EmPOWERment of NEPA
300 Lackawanna Avenue
Suite 118
Scranton, PA 18503
PLEASE NOTE: Only completed applications will be reviewed. Please ensure that the application and supporting documentation is submitted in a complete and final format.
For assistance with applications call (570) 963-6836 x2226