What is the TRIPS Program?
The TRIPS program (Transportation Resources, Intra-county, for people who are Physically
Disabled or Senior Citizens) operates as a curbside Para-transit bus service for Rockland County.
Rockland Independent Living Center is an approved Certifying agency for people with disabilities
who need this service. A TRIPS card allows you to use the TRIPS buses and pay a reduced fare on
TOR, TZX, Red and Tan (within Rockland), SV Jitney and CMT.
Who is eligible for TRIPS?
Rockland County residents with physical or mental disabilities, or who are over 60 years old, who
find it difficult or impossible to use municipal, fixed route bus service
What types of Rides that can be certified at RILC?
1. Reduced Fare Cards-
2. TRIPS for people with disabilities (Regular and ADA TRIPS service)
Applications are available to download and print by clicking on the links below:
Regular TRIPS Application for People with Disabilities
Reduced Fare Card Application for People with Disabilities
How do people apply for Regular TRIPS, and Reduced Fare card service through RILC?
1. You can download and print an application or you can obtain a hard copy of the application by
calling RILC, providing your name and mailing address and requesting that one be sent to your
home.
2. Complete the application, which includes a section where your doctor certifies that you
are disabled. RILC cannot process your TRIPS or reduced fare card application without signed
approval from your physician.
3. Call RILC and arrange for an appointment with an advocate who can assist you with the process.
Bring the completed application and $2.00 to the appointment. Acceptable forms of payment are
The TRIPS program (Transportation Resources, Intra-county, for people who are Physically
Disabled or Senior Citizens) operates as a curbside Para-transit bus service for Rockland County.
Rockland Independent Living Center is an approved Certifying agency for people with disabilities
who need this service. A TRIPS card allows you to use the TRIPS buses and pay a reduced fare on
TOR, TZX, Red and Tan (within Rockland), SV Jitney and CMT.
Who is eligible for TRIPS?
Rockland County residents with physical or mental disabilities, or who are over 60 years old, who
find it difficult or impossible to use municipal, fixed route bus service
What types of Rides that can be certified at RILC?
1. Reduced Fare Cards-
2. TRIPS for people with disabilities (Regular and ADA TRIPS service)
Applications are available to download and print by clicking on the links below:
ADA TRIPS Application
Regular TRIPS Application for People with Disabilities
Reduced Fare Card Application for People with Disabilities
How do people apply for Regular TRIPS, and Reduced Fare card service through RILC?
1. You can download and print an application or you can obtain a hard copy of the application by
calling RILC, providing your name and mailing address and requesting that one be sent to your
home.
2. Complete the application, which includes a section where your doctor certifies that you
are disabled. RILC cannot process your TRIPS or reduced fare card application without signed
approval from your physician.
3. Call RILC and arrange for an appointment with an advocate who can assist you with the process.
Bring the completed application and $2.00 to the appointment. Acceptable forms of payment are
cash or a check made out to: Rockland Independent Living Center.
4. At the appointment, the advocate will conduct an intake, take a photo of you, and collect the
application and the fee.
5. Within 5 business days, Transport of Rockland will mail your TRIPS ID card to your home.
How do people apply for ADA TRIPS service for people with disabilities?
1. You can download and print an application or you can obtain a hard copy of the application
by calling RILC, providing your name and mailing address and requesting that one be sent to
your home.
2. If you need assistance completing the application, you can call RILC and request an
appointment with an advocate, however, you will need to go directly to Rockland County
Department of Public Transportation (RCDPT) to obtain certification. RILC cannot provide
this service.
3. Bring the application to RCDPT, Dr. Robert L. Yeager Health Center, Building T, 50
Sanatorium Road, Pomona, NY 10970.
4. If you need further assistance or information about the ADA TRIPS Application, you can call:
Yahaira Roman, ADA Compliance Officer, RCDPT at: 845-364-3333.
What is the difference between ADA TRIPS and Regular TRIPS service for people with
disabilities?
•Regular TRIPS Service for people with disabilities costs $2.00 a ride each way.
•ADA Para transit Service Trips for people with disabilities costs $4.00 a ride each way, but
people who sign up for this service have priority seating over Regular TRIPS customers..
When is TRIPS Service available?
Trips Service is available Monday through Friday (except holidays) from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, with
limited service available from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday. Ride requests must be made in
advance by calling (845)364.8747.
4. At the appointment, the advocate will conduct an intake, take a photo of you, and collect the
application and the fee.
5. Within 5 business days, Transport of Rockland will mail your TRIPS ID card to your home.
How do people apply for ADA TRIPS service for people with disabilities?
1. You can download and print an application or you can obtain a hard copy of the application
by calling RILC, providing your name and mailing address and requesting that one be sent to
your home.
2. If you need assistance completing the application, you can call RILC and request an
appointment with an advocate, however, you will need to go directly to Rockland County
Department of Public Transportation (RCDPT) to obtain certification. RILC cannot provide
this service.
3. Bring the application to RCDPT, Dr. Robert L. Yeager Health Center, Building T, 50
Sanatorium Road, Pomona, NY 10970.
4. If you need further assistance or information about the ADA TRIPS Application, you can call:
Yahaira Roman, ADA Compliance Officer, RCDPT at: 845-364-3333.
What is the difference between ADA TRIPS and Regular TRIPS service for people with
disabilities?
•Regular TRIPS Service for people with disabilities costs $2.00 a ride each way.
•ADA Para transit Service Trips for people with disabilities costs $4.00 a ride each way, but
people who sign up for this service have priority seating over Regular TRIPS customers..
When is TRIPS Service available?
Trips Service is available Monday through Friday (except holidays) from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, with
limited service available from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday. Ride requests must be made in
advance by calling (845)364.8747.
