Metro Transport is dedicated to offering high-quality transportation solutions for senior citizens and adults with special needs within the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest region, ensuring access regardless of financial constraints.
Established in 2003, thanks to initial funding from The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey, Metro Transport has consistently delivered vital medical and social transportation services. We proudly serve seniors and adults with special needs across Essex, and parts of Morris and Union Counties in New Jersey. As a collaborative initiative between Daughters of Israel and the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ, Metro Transport embodies community support and reliable service. We facilitate approximately 6,000 rides each year, making a tangible difference in the lives of our clients.
To ensure affordability, our income-based subsidy program, supported by The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey and the Plafsky Family Endowment Fund, assists those who need help covering transportation costs. A standard round trip is economically priced at just $2.50 per town zone, each way. Our operational hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., providing convenient access to essential destinations.
Metro Transport offers rides to:
- Medical Appointments: Including routine check-ups, chemotherapy/radiation sessions, and same-day surgery appointments.
- Community and Senior Centers: Transportation to the JCC and affiliated senior centers for social and recreational activities.
- Care Facility Visits: Enabling visits to nursing homes and hospitals, supporting connections with loved ones.
To become a new client, please complete our Client Intake form, accessible for download here. Print and mail the completed form to Daughters of Israel to begin the process.
Booking a ride is simple for both new and existing clients. Submit a Reservation Request Form online by clicking here, or call us directly at 973-325-1359 to provide your reservation details over the phone.
TITLE VI NOTICE
Metro Transport operates without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you believe you have been discriminated against under Title VI, you may file a complaint with Daughters of Israel/Metro Transport at 1155 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052, or online at daughtersofisrael.org. As our services are partly federally funded through NJ TRANSIT, you also have the right to file complaints with the Federal Transit Administration, Title VI Program Coordinator, East Building, 5th Floor – TCR, U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, Office of Civil Rights, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590. For language assistance, please call 973-325-1359.
