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Care-A-Van is a specialized "door through door" assisted transportation system that serves seniors 60 and older and disabled citizens of all ages throughout Tippecanoe County.  We provide transport to medical appointments, pharmacies, congregate meals sites, community centers, grocery stores, Senior Center and social service agencies through the use of lift-equipped vans.  All appointments set Monday – Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Due to rising gasoline prices, your donations are needed.  Please send your donations to TCCA, Care-A-Van, P.O. Box 6478, Lafayette, IN  47903-6478.  If you ride, donate generously.  Thanks!

Key Benefits

  • Increase mobility of older adults without personal vehicles
  • Increase access of older adults to medical care
  • Increase access of older adults to community services and support systems
  • Increase access to nutritious meals and social interaction

Where can Care-A-Van take you?

  • Medical appointments
  • Meal Sites
  • Senior Center
  • Social Service Agencies
  • United Way Agencies
  • Grocery Store
  • Pharmacies
  • Volunteer Activities
  • Family visits at nursing home or hospital
  • Other essential trips

Do I qualify?

  •  For seniors age 60 or older and/or disabled
  •  Live within Tippecanoe County

Fees?

  • No fees but donations of $2.00 - $3.00 for each one way trip are appreciated
  • Accepts Medicaid

How Do I Sign Up?

  • Call 449-1117 
  • The initial application can be done over the phone
  • All appointments Monday - Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
  • For trips, request transportation at least 48 business hours in advance of the trip.

How is Care-A-Van funded?

  • Area IV Agency on Aging and Community Action Program
  • United Way
  • West Lafayette Community Development
  • Medicaid Reimbursement
  • Contributions
  • Special Events
  • Rider Donations

Where do the Vans come from?

    Capital grants for vans and equipment have come from:

  • North Central Health Services
  • Greater Lafayette Community Foundation
  • Indiana Department of Transportation
  • Tipmont REMC
  • your donations!!!
Click here to print a copy of our Care-A-Van Rider Booklet. 
Print booklet and fold in half.

Smoking is prohibited in all of the enclosed areas in all facilities and vehicles operated by the Tippecanoe County Council On Aging.  Click here to view the Smoke Free Policy.

For more information email Larry McClure, Transportation Manager, or call 449-1117.

 
Send mail to alison@tippecanoeseniors.org with questions or comments about this web site.
Last modified: 06/23/08