Need a Ride?

SSA's Transportation Services can take you where you want to go! If you live in the City of Albany and are 60 or over, call and our Senior Commuter Service will pick you up from your home and take you to and from ANY business in the city; including our Senior Centers, the grocery store, a restaurant, the movies, to a loved one's home - practically anywhere! Some of our clients' favorite destinations include: Grandma's Restaurant, Spectrum Theater, Colonie Center , and the 76 Diner. Available between 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Our Medical Express can take you to your doctor's office, clinic, pharmacy, or any medically-related appointment within the City of Albany. Medical vans run each half hour between 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and each half hour between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. LAST CALL for pick up is 3:30 p.m. for your return trip.

Transportation is available to any Senior Group (up to 12 people) in the Albany area for trips to shopping malls, restaurants or special events within a 60-mile radius of Albany. Most trips are booked between 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Newgate Adult Day Care Program

Transportation to and from our Adult Day Services Program (Newgate) is available for both disabled and non-disabled participants who live within the City of Albany. Arrangements may be made with our Newgate Director.

Making Reservations

Call 1.866.208.7357 (toll free) for all reservations or cancellations. When your appointment is completed and you are ready for pick-up, call SSA's Transportation Department directly at 518.434.4219 to arrange the return trip.

For transportation to any of our senior centers, call the transportation department at 518.434.4219.

Please indicate whether you will need wheelchair assistance when making reservations.