Riders like Glen and Gloria Goodson rely on Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority (CGCTA) for access to live-saving healthcare: kidney dialysis treatments. Without CGCTA’s transit service, the Goodsons would rely on family and friends for rides which can be difficult to arrange and not as reliable.
Craig Ancell’s life changed in many ways when he became visually impaired 5 years ago. He quickly realized that reliable public transit would be crucial in allowing him to attend medical appointments and his courses at Southeast Missouri State University. He appreciates the accessibility and inclusivity of CGCTA’s transit service, ensuring that no one is left behind due to financial or mobility challenges.
Willie Scales’ experience using transit is similar to Craigs, with a reliance on CGCTA transit services arising out of a medical necessity. He greatly appreciates the CGCTA senior programming that has removed the fare to ride. The barrier to ride is greatly decreased when he does not need to worry about fare.
Medical appointments are crucial for an individual’s well-being. Having access to a reliable transportation option like CGCTA is so important as it removes the anxiety of having to identify a friend or loved one who may be able to drive you. In this sense, public transit is truly a lifeline for these riders.
Interested in learning more about these riders? Read the Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority Rider Brochure HERE.