Anoka County Transit
Transportation - Medlink
1440 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Anoka Co Transport Division, Andover, MN, 55304
Distance: 1532 Miles
(763) 324-3255
VolTran@co.anoka.mn.us
https://www.anokacountymn.gov/335/Medlink
Service Details
Description
Transportation program that provides rides for people in and around their community
Additional Information
The Anoka County Medlink volunteer driver program coordinates rides for qualified seniors and veterans.
* Transportation is provided to clinics, Anoka County government buildings and Veterans Administration medical facilities in and around the Twin Cities
* Medical and dental trips may be made throughout the metro area, while appointments with social services must remain within Anoka County
* Passengers must be able to travel independently as volunteers are unable to provide assistance
Features
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Payment
- Free / no cost to eligible clients
- Private pay
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Service Availability
- Serves community
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Specialization
- Older adults
- Veteran
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Transportation Area Served by County
- Anoka County
Eligibility
Anoka County Veterans, seniors (60+) and social service clients are eligible
Application Instructions
Pre-registration is required.
All new clients should call and leave a message, providing their name and phone number. Medlink staff will call you back and make sure that you are qualified for Medlink services.
For those who are registered, reservations can be made by calling (763) 324-3255. Requests must be made by Wednesday, at 12:00pm, the week prior to your appointment.
Rides are provided from 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday.
Fees
There is no charge for this service, however, donations to the program are accepted.
Suggested donations are $5 for trips within Anoka County and $10 for trips outside of Anoka County.
Business Hours
8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Area Served
Anoka County
Websites
Phone Numbers
| Type | Number | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Main - Medlink | (763) 324-3255 | |
| Main - Traveler | (763) 324-3250 |
Last Update
2/1/2023
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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BT-4500.6500-170Disability Related Transportation Definition
Programs that provide door-to-door (or curb-to-curb) transportation for purposes of shopping, banking, social events, medical appointments, getting to and from work, and similar activities for people with disabilities who need special accommodations and are unable to utilize other available means of transportation. Also included are programs that provide transportation for youngsters with disabilities who have no other means of accessing necessary specialized services and activities. Some but not all vehicles used for this purpose are equipped with wheelchair lifts.
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BT-4500.6500-500Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Definition
Programs that provide transportation for medical appointments, trips from and between hospitals, to nursing homes or other special-care centers or for other non-emergency medical needs for individuals who, because of financial problems or their physical condition, are unable to use other means of local transportation. NEMT service providers are able to transport riders who require a wheelchair lift equipped vehicle with appropriate protective restraints or a van that is designed for gurney/stretcher transportation, or has other types of features to meet their safety needs.
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YB-8000Older Adults Definition
Individuals who are age 50, 55, 60, 62 or 65 or older depending on the minimum age for qualifying as an older adult which varies by program.
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YN-9000Veterans Definition
Individuals who are former members of one of the branches of the armed forces and who, by length and type of services, honorable discharge or release or degree of disability, qualify for the benefits and privileges that are provided by law for ex-servicemen and women.