P.O Box 165, La Marque, Texas info@everyribbontellsastory.org 409.256.0216

Transportation Service Program

OUR TRANSPORTATION SERVICE WILL RESUME MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2024

Every Ribbon Tells A Story (ERTAS) provides transportation services to uninsured and under insured individual(s) in Galveston County needing assistance getting to and from their medical appointments.  This service is a crucial resource for individuals who have limited transportation options and would like to arrive at their destination in comfort and with ease. 

What do I need to know about the Transportation Services if I want to use the service?

A donation of $20.00 will apply to each round trip.

Participants must be a resident of Galveston County.

Transportation is available Monday through Friday; times vary depending on appointment times.

The program operates by advance reservation; must be scheduled 7 days in advance of appointment.

Door-to-door service is available; each trip is round trip, to and from appointment only.

Vehicles are unable to accommodate wheelchairs.

No children or passenger(s) requiring a car or booster seat can be accommodated.

All types of medical appointments are accepted, including physical therapy, mental health, and medical testing.

Spouses and/or care takers are allowed to ride.

A confirmation call and/or email will be made/sent 3 days and 1 day before scheduled pick-up with pick-up time.

Requester should be ready for pick-up with the 30 minute timeframe given.

ERTAS Driver cannot accompany Requester to appointment; driver is able to assist with getting in/out pick-up address and appointment facility.

If the Requester should need to cancel, ensure it is done by 5:00pm the day before scheduled pick-up.

ERTAS reserves the right to provide this service at its sole discretion.

Contact Us…

For additional information, questions or request a pick-up, call 409-256-0216.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer opportunities are available for Drivers.  Background screening, training, and a commitment to a regular schedule are required.