Transportation to our facilities
Below is a list of services provided by local community agencies and veteran’s service organizations to assist individuals with improving access to VA care. While the list is reviewed periodically in an effort to maintain current information, it is subject to change without notice. Also, to ensure optimal assistance, please provide these agencies with sufficient notice of your transportation need.
Erie VA Medical Center & Public Transportation
DAV Volunteer Transportation Program is operated and coordinated by Disabled American Veterans to provide eligible veterans with safe transportation for medical appointments to and from VA Medical Centers.
Eligibility: To be eligible to use this service, you must be an honorably or medically discharged veteran or have a service-connected disability.
Cost: There is no cost for these provided services.
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Reservations: A request for transportation must be made at least 7 days in advance of scheduled appointments.
Telephone Numbers: Call the DAV Hospital Services Coordinator in the Transportation Office at (814) 860-2095 or 1-800-274-8387, extension 2095.
You may also contact the numbers listed below for the following areas.
Franklin, Meadville, Linesville, and Titusville
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(814) 337-6077 or 1-866-287-9770
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McKean and Erie County
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(814) 860-2095 or 1-800-274-8387, extension 2095
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Warren County
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(814) 728-3477 or (814) 728-3478
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Local public transportation:
Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMTA) *(external link) - bus and handicap service known as LIFT
Yellow Cab *(external link)
*External Link Disclaimer:
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