Christ Hospital
has earned the Joint Commission's
Gold Seal of Approval
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The Christ Hospital Transportation Service offers
"non-emergency," curb-to-curb transportation,
free of charge, to eligible residents of Jersey City
and the municipalities of Hudson County. These
individuals are generally over 60 years old. Though
the program is sponsored by Christ Hospital,
participants do not have to be associated with
the hospital or its physicians in order to access
services.
Most often, transportation is provided to doctor's
offices, clinics, community facilities or nutrition sites
throughout Jersey City.
As a healthcare institution, Christ Hospital believes
that the appropriate transportation is essential for
the health of our community. This program helps
keep Hudson County residents out of nursing
homes and hospitals, by assisting older Americans
and the physically challenged to maintain a quality
lifestyle in the community.
General Information:
- The telephone number is 201-795-8261.
- Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Service is suspended for the following Holidays: New Year's Day, President's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
- All pick-ups should be scheduled at least one week in advance whenever possible.
- If for any reason you want to cancel the ride, please call immediately.
- If you require a wheelchair lift, please let us know when you call.
- If you require a wheelchair, you must provide your own.
- Service is curb-to-curb and drivers are not permitted to enter a home or building. You must wait at the curb. If you require specialized assistance, please let us know so that we may recommend alternatives to meet your transportation needs.
- Due to the numerous requests and traffic conditions, drivers may arrive 15 minutes early or late. Please be ready early, just in case.
- If you require assistance other than a "helping hand" to get into and out of the van, you will be required to provide a companion to accompany you. No more than one companion will be permitted per rider.
Our drivers do not provide emergency medical transportation. Drivers may refuse a ride to anyone who in their judgment requires the services of any ambulance.
Transportation Services Provided for These Programs:
- Medical care (doctors' visits, clinics, dialysis, radiation therapy, physical therapy, chemotherapy)
- Social Services, (nutrition sites, community services)
- Food Shopping (Groups Only)
The Senior Transport Service is sponsored by Christ Hospital
And funded under Title III of the Older Americans Act, through
a grant by the Hudson County Office on Aging.
(201) 795-8261
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