The VHA-Uber Health Connect (VUHC) initiative provides free, on-demand, non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) for veterans, specifically designed to bridge gaps in care for disabled individuals and those with mental health disorders. VAMC staff schedule the rides directly, offering a secure, cost-free alternative to traditional transportation services.

Ride-On Transportation services provide essential, specialized non-emergency transport for veterans, the disabled, and those with mental health challenges, focusing on safety and access to medical appointments. These services often include, but are not limited to, door-to-door, wheelchair-accessible transport, and specially trained staff. SAN DIEGO, CA 8620 Spectrum Center Blvd, Suite 629 San Diego, CA 92123 Get Directions

The VA Beneficiary Travel (BT) Program provides reimbursement for transportation costs—including mileage, parking, and public transport—for eligible veterans traveling to receive VA care. It covers travel to VA medical facilities or authorized non-VA facilities, with specialized, faster reimbursement available through the online BTSSS portal.

Medi-Cal provides free, non-emergency transportation (NMT) and non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) to eligible beneficiaries in Riverside County for covered medical, dental, and mental health appointments. These services are available if you have no other means of transportation to reach your provider. How to Arrange Transport Contact Your Plan: Reach out to your Medi-Cal managed care health plan (e.g., IEHP, Molina) to schedule rides. Modivcare: Many California Medi-Cal plans use Modivcare for scheduling, which has a dedicated app and phone system for booking rides Modivcare App - Aetna Better Health. Scheduling: It is recommended to book appointments in advance to ensure availability. Aetna Better Health Aetna Better Health

Riverside Connect is an origin-to-destination advanced reservation transportation service for seniors and persons with disabilities. Riverside Connect honors any current valid identification card that has been issued to an individual with disabilities by another transit operator for paratransit services.

ADA paratransit service providing curb-to-curb transportation for individuals with disabilities. Advance reservations required. Wheelchair accessible vehicles available.

Door-to-door paratransit service for individuals with disabilities who are unable to use regular bus or trolley services. ADA-compliant vehicles with wheelchair lifts and securement systems.

Non-emergency medical transportation for Medi-Cal members. Wheelchair accessible vehicles, stretcher transport, and ambulatory services for medical appointments.