APPLETON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – Free transportation for COVID-19 vaccination appointments is available in the Fox Valley.
The Winnebago County Health Department says transportation assistance is available to residents in Winnebago, Outagamie and Calumet counties who need a ride to their appointment.
The following options are available:
Public transit rides through GO Transit (Oshkosh) and Valley Transit (Fox Cities)
Fixed route bus services offer rides to and from appointments. Click here for more information.
Paratransit rides through GO Plus (Oshkosh) and Valley Transit II (Fox Cities)
The service is for certified paratransit riders who are unable to use a fixed route bus system. Riders must call a day in advance to make a trip reservation and indicate they are going to get their vaccination.
BadgerCare Plus & Wisconsin Medicaid members eligible for non-emergency medical transportation
Services may schedule rides with MTM once members have confirmed their appointment. This includes rides scheduled the same day as the appointment.
Cab, Uber and Lyft
Eligible individuals can call Make the Ride Happen at (920) 225-1719 to schedule a ride.
Those who would like to schedule transportation for an appointment can call Make the Ride Happen Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
