Transportation assistance helps women get to work, court, prenatal appointments, childcare, and DV shelters. Public transit passes are often free or discounted through TANF, Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT, which covers rides to all covered medical visits at no cost), and WIC. Many workforce and job training programs include bus passes, and the Ways to Work program funds low-interest car loans for working parents. Domestic violence shelters often coordinate confidential relocation transportation through VAWA-funded programs. In rural areas, dial-a-ride and volunteer driver programs operate through Area Agencies on Aging and community action agencies. This directory includes transit authorities, Medicaid NEMT providers, and car-ownership assistance.
New Jersey Superior Court Family Part handles family law in each of its 15 vicinages. The Office of Child Support Services operates under DHS. Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth, and Trenton are the largest cities. Legal Services of New Jersey coordinates six regional LSC programs, and the New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) supports women statewide.
NJ Transit is a New Jersey transportation resource helping mothers with rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Reach the team at (973) 275-5555 to schedule a screening. Available Daily service; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.
(973) 275-5555 · 1 Penn Plaza E, Newark, NJ 07105 · Daily service · Visit Website
PATH Train — NY/NJ is a New Jersey transportation resource helping mothers with rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Dial (800) 234-7284 for an initial conversation about your situation. Open 24/7 service — confirm by phone before driving in. Paid service with sliding-scale or insurance billing for qualifying women.
(800) 234-7284 · Hoboken/Newark/Jersey City · 24/7 service · Visit Website
Access Link Paratransit — NJ offers New Jersey mothers free online tools for rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Call (800) 955-2321 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Hours are Daily service, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.
(800) 955-2321 · Statewide service · Daily service · Visit Website
Amtrak — New Jersey serves women in New Jersey and surrounding New Jersey communities with rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Reach the team at (800) 872-7245 to schedule a screening. Hours are Daily service, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.
(800) 872-7245 · Multiple NJ stations · Daily service
SEPTA — NJ connections provides rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT for women in New Jersey. Call (215) 580-7800 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Open Daily service — confirm by phone before driving in. Paid service with sliding-scale or insurance billing for qualifying women.
(215) 580-7800 · Southern NJ stations · Daily service · Visit Website
NJ 211 Transportation Resources is a nationwide resource where New Jersey women can find rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Dial 211 from anywhere in New Jersey for a free routing to local services. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
211 · Statewide service · 24/7 · Visit Website
National passenger rail service with discounts for seniors, veterans, and children. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online
Long-distance intercity bus service across the United States for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Discount intercity bus services with low fares and free WiFi on most routes for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Federal transportation hub with public transit, rail, and accessibility resources for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Dial 211 for referrals to local transportation assistance, medical rides, and bus pass programs for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Free VA transportation to medical appointments for eligible veterans. Contact local VA medical center. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid recipients in many states for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Senior driving resources, safety programs, and CarFit assessments. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
NADTC — federal resource on transportation options for older adults and people with disabilities for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website