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Care Starts with a Ride
Rides to Wellness helps you get to the medical care you need.
This non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) program provides safe, reliable rides to in-state and out-of-state medical appointments, so transportation is one less thing to worry about.
Rides to Wellness serves residents in the central Upper Peninsula, including:
Alger, Chip
Rides to Wellness helps you get to the medical care you need.
This non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) program provides safe, reliable rides to in-state and out-of-state medical appointments, so transportation is one less thing to worry about.
Rides to Wellness serves residents in the central Upper Peninsula, including:
Alger, Chippewa, Delta, Dickinson, Gogebic, Iron, Luce, Mackinac, Marquette, Ontonagon, and Schoolcraft counties.
Who can use Rides to Wellness?
The program is available to eligible residents who need transportation to non-emergency medical appointments and do not have reliable transportation.
How do I request a ride?
Call DATA Dispatch at 906-786-1186 to schedule your ride or ask about eligibility.
¿Necesita transporte médico? Llame a DATA Dispatch al 906-786-1186 para programar su viaje o preguntar sobre elegibilidad.
Getting You There, Safely
Contact DATA directly to schedule non-emergency medical transportation.
Local. Reliable. Community-Focused.
- Local public transit provider — not a call-center broker
- Direct scheduling with knowledgeable local staff
- Reliable access to medical care, including appointments, dialysis, therapy, and pharmacy visit
- ADA-accessible vehicles with door-t
Contact DATA directly to schedule non-emergency medical transportation.
Local. Reliable. Community-Focused.
- Local public transit provider — not a call-center broker
- Direct scheduling with knowledgeable local staff
- Reliable access to medical care, including appointments, dialysis, therapy, and pharmacy visit
- ADA-accessible vehicles with door-to-door assistance
- Professional, trained drivers focused on safety, dignity, and respect
- Cost-effective, community-based service designed to meet local needs
- Flexible partnerships for healthcare providers and community programs
- Simple administration with local invoicing and clear communication
Schedule a Ride
📞 Call DATA Dispatch at 906-786-1186
📧 Email: dispatch@databus.org
Explore Partnership Opportunities
📞 Call Amy Fudala, Mobility Manager at 906-786-1187 ext. 3
📧 Email: mobility@databus.org
Referral & Funding Support Options with MTC
Referral & Funding Support Options with MTC
Connect UP and Michigan Transportation Connection (MTC) support eligible clients by helping coordinate transportation referrals and, in some cases, identifying funding resources for non-emergency medical transportation.
These programs are designed to address unmet transportation needs across the Upper Peninsula and can be a helpful option
Connect UP and Michigan Transportation Connection (MTC) support eligible clients by helping coordinate transportation referrals and, in some cases, identifying funding resources for non-emergency medical transportation.
These programs are designed to address unmet transportation needs across the Upper Peninsula and can be a helpful option for clients who require referral-based services or financial assistance.
As the network expands, the program continues to grow, further increasing access to essential medical transportation.
To explore partnership opportunities:
📞Call MTC at 844-532-7433(press 1)
or 📧 Email mtctransit@gmail.com