My county is finally offering free bus riding for seniors starting January 2008. Unfortunately, I don't qualify yet. Age is at least 65.
2007-09-17 02:38:55 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
Hi,
I live in Queensland Australia and the Social Security System here allows a heavily discounted price for all public transport. In the Brisbane CBD the rail and bus system only costs one dollar in one direction. Another dollar for the return journey.
If you travel Interstate by rail, the first trip is free but any subsequent tickets are discounted at 50%. You are allowed one trip per year.
It looks like we are dragging the chain here for transport in Australia compared to the USA. However I do believe we have a great medical system. If you are a pensioner, hospital cover costs you nothing and prescription drugs only cost $4.70.
With these benefits, I think we can afford to pay the bus or rail fare now and again.
2007-09-17 05:29:52 · answer #1 · answered by Roy B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, we do. We have lots of seniors in my area and some
senior apartments and centers. Bus service is free and
runs all the time. It's very good and runs frequently and on time. There's also a service where private citizens can sign up to take seniors to doctors appointments, hospital, senior centers and other activities.
2007-09-17 10:03:12 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they do; I live in King County, Washington (where Seattle is located). As with you, however, I don't yet qualify; I believe the age here is 60.
2007-09-17 09:46:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the age here in Duval County, Florida is 60 years. It saves me a lot of money.
2007-09-17 11:20:04 · answer #4 · answered by geniepiper 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. Not here in Toronto. Seniors fare is the same as Students.
2007-09-17 10:49:19 · answer #5 · answered by Susie Q 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We pay $ 45.00 per year Free rides on BC Ferries
2007-09-17 09:51:22 · answer #6 · answered by Grand pa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i live in a retirement city and we do have free bus service but only to the ones on social security or disability.but you have to call them way inadvance and be put on a list.i prefer to let my daughter take me or sometimes i can drive myself.
2007-09-17 10:59:59 · answer #7 · answered by alcaholicdemon 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes and no...it is not always free for them anymore they have to pay a few dollars a month mostly
i think it is sad...seniors, veterans, people currently serving, little kids ought to have things free for them
2007-09-17 12:21:58 · answer #8 · answered by soulflower 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why should others be burdened with my desire to travel? If something is of value to me, I should pay for what the service is worth.
Others should not have to work hard so their wages can pay for stuff I want. Others are not my slaves, and I deserve nothing unless I pay.
2007-09-17 09:59:06 · answer #9 · answered by Dr Jello 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Our area is still talking about it. I sure wish they had it, that would help me out big time with my Mother.
2007-09-17 10:09:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋