Other METROLift Programs
METROLift ID Q® Fare Card
The METROLift ID Q® Fare Card allows certified METROLift patrons to board and ride METRO’s fixed-route bus and rail service for a reduced cost of 50% of the regular fare.
To take advantage of this valuable service, as you board the bus show the bus operator your valid picture METROLift ID Q® Fare Card, then tap the card on the Q® Box. You will hear a beep when the fare has been accepted and a green light will display on the Q® Box.
You must have pre-paid value on the METROLift ID Q® Fare Card to receive the 50% discount fare. With the METRO Q® Fare Card, transfers between local buses and trains are free within a three-hour time limit. An attendant may also ride with the METROLift patron, free of charge, but must board and exit the bus with the METROLift cardholder.
The METROLift ID Q® Fare Card cannot be used for reduced fare trips on the METROLift Subsidy Program (MSP) or on the METROLift service. If you need information about how to ride METRO using the lift- or ramp-equipped buses, visit the METRO RideStore or call METRO information at 713-635-4000 (TDD 713-635-6993). Brochures, public guides and instructional materials are available for all METRO services. Remember that METROLift is a pre-scheduled service. METRO’s fixed-route bus system can accommodate your needs without any advance scheduling, giving you the freedom to travel where and when you want to as the need arises.
MSP is taxi transportation for certified METROLift patrons who have same-day trip requirements. MSP can be scheduled on the day of service. For information, call METROLift Customer Service at 713-225-0119 (TDD 713-652-8969).
Yellow Cab Co...... 713-223-0303
United Cab Co...... 713-699-0000
Fiesta Cab Co...... 713-428-5888
METROLift Advisory Committee (MAC)
The METROLift Advisory Committee serves as a link between METROLift and the community it serves. MAC is comprised of METROLift riders, METROLift staff and providers of support services to persons with disabilities. Meetings are held throughout the year at various locations. If you would like to participate and need information on future meetings, call a Customer Service Representative at 713-225-0119, or visit the METROLift website for a list of the current year’s meeting dates, times and locations.
METROLift Designated Stops at Major Locations
At frequently visited public places (i.e., schools, shopping centers and hospitals) with multiple entrances, METROLift, together with the property management, has installed designated METROLift stop signs where patrons and drivers can meet. Be sure you’re at the METROLift sign so the driver can see you. This practice helps our drivers to locate all patrons at that stop, making sure that no one is left behind.
METROLIFT UPCOMING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETINGS IN 2013
Thursday, June 6, 2013 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
1475 W. Gray, West Gray Adaptive Recreational Center
Saturday, August 10, 2013 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
6201 Bonhomme Road, Suite 150 South, Houston Center for Independent Living (HCIL)
Thursday, October 3, 2013 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
1475 W. Gray, West Gray Adaptive Recreational Center
Thursday, December 5, 2013 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
1475 W. Gray, West Gray Adaptive Recreational Center
All meetings are captioned.
For additional information, please call METROLift Customer Service at 713-225-0119.
1475 W. Gray, 3 W. Gray bus stop at the Center. 34 Montrose bus stop at W. Gray and Waugh, west 1-block to the West Gray Adaptive Recreational Center.
1900 Main, located between the Downtown Transit Centers for bus and METRORail.
6201 Bonhomme Road, 81 Westheimer bus stop at Bonhomme & Bellerive. 25 Richmond stop on Reims, east 1-street over to HCIL on Bonhomme.
Other Links
Harris County RIDES – is a great transportation option for people who live in Harris County but are outside of METROLift’s service area. RIDES helps eligible residents make doctor’s appointments, do grocery shopping or otherwise just get around and remain independent.
