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Table of Contents1 About this Directory Page 22 About Transportation in <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> Page 3o Public Transportationo <strong>Cobb</strong> Community Transito <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Services</strong> Transportationo Transportation Related Programs,<strong>Senior</strong> Study, <strong>Services</strong> and Resourceso Freedom Voucher Programo Travel Trainingo Mobility Management3 Regional Transportation Page 84 Private Medical Transportation Page 125 Vanpools and Carpools Page 146 Taxis and Airport Shuttles Page 157 Buses and Limos Page 168 Disability Related Transportation Page 179 Other Resources Page 18o Helpful Websiteso Notes Page 19o Park & Ride Lots Page 2010 Feedback Form Inside Back Cover© <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> Department of Transportation (<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>DOT</strong>)Planning Divisionrev. Aug. 20101


1About this Directory<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> Department of Transportation (<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>DOT</strong>) provides thisTransportation Resource Directory as a courtesy to the public at large to support <strong>Cobb</strong><strong>County</strong> citizens searching for transportation options and information.The 2010 Edition of the Transportation Resource Directory is intended to serve as a resourcefor citizens of all ages; however, several sections are dedicated to programs for seniorcitizens and persons with disabilities and special needs.This directory is a best effort to provide transportation related information that isup-to-date and accurate but may not be a comprehensive listing as such. Due to theconstantly changing nature of the information, <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>DOT</strong> cannot ensure thecompleteness or accuracy of the information contained in this Directory. It is theresponsibility of the consumer to verify information, evaluate the provider, and determinehow best to meet their own individual transportation needs. As such, all informationcontained in this Directory is provided “as is”, and without warranty of any kind, expressedor implied.<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>DOT</strong> is not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from theuse of this information. In no event will <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>DOT</strong> be liable for any decision made or actiontaken in reliance upon the information contained in this Directory. Listings do not constituteendorsement of a service or program.To help us revise material for future issues or to submit changes and/or corrections, pleasecontact 770-528-1679 or email your comments to planning@cobbcounty.org.This directory is available as a PDF and can be emailed upon request.2


2About transportation in <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>, Georgia<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> is one of the premier counties in the nation and is home to more than679,000 residents who enjoy a high quality of life. As of 2006, the population was spread outwith 26 percent under the age of 18, nine percent ages 18 to 24, 36.5 percent ages 25 to44, 21.5 percent from ages 45 to 64 and 6.9 percent age 65 and over. According to 2000 USCensus, more than 116,000, (16.6 percent of total population) residents in <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> areaged 55 or older.<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> is located 10 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta and 25 miles from HartsfieldJackson Atlanta International Airport.<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> offers quality schools, acres of park land, excellent recreationalfacilities, large variety of shopping and dining opportunities. <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> governmentservices are unparalleled which includes its own public transit system, <strong>Cobb</strong> Community Transit(CCT). <strong>Cobb</strong> Community Transit offers a variety of transportation options and serves the<strong>County</strong> and its six municipalities:Acworth - www.acworth.orgAustell - www.austellga.govKennesaw - www.kennesaw-ga.govMarietta - www.mariettaga.govPowder Springs - www.cityofpowdersprings.orgSmyrna - www.ci.smyrna.ga.usMost studies relative to aging adults, show that in order for persons to age well both physicallyand mentally, they must be able to have access to their health care services and remainactively engaged in their community. Transportation is the key to both.The Atlanta Regional Commission sited in a recently published Data Fact Sheet for <strong>Cobb</strong><strong>County</strong> Transportation <strong>Services</strong> that currently 91percent of <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>’s older adults (ages60 and older) drive themselves. When they can no longer drive, 57 percent are hopingsomeone else will be able to drive them while 24 percent have no idea how they will getaround. In 2008, <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>DOT</strong> began implementing recommendations from the 2007 <strong>DOT</strong><strong>Senior</strong> Adult Transportation Study (SATS). Strategies include enhancing current transportationservices, supporting alternative transportation opportunities and increasing transportationresources. 3


Public TransportationCOBB COMMUNITY TRANSIT<strong>Cobb</strong> Community Transit began operation in 1989.The hub or main transfer center is located on SouthMarietta Parkway in Marietta, just west of the <strong>Cobb</strong>Civic Center. CCT provides service throughout <strong>Cobb</strong><strong>County</strong> and to Downtown Atlanta. Fixed routes connectto the most populated areas of the county and for work commuters, express routesoperate from <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> to Atlanta Mondays through Fridays with abbreviated holidayschedules.CCT provides four routes that connect to the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit system(MARTA).Route 10 provides service from the Marietta Transfer Center to the MARTA Art Center Stationvia Cumberland Mall.Route 30 provides service from Marietta Transfer Center to the MARTA Holmes Station viasouth <strong>Cobb</strong> which includes Mableton and Six Flags areas.The CCT new Route 35 provides service from <strong>Cobb</strong> WellStar Hospital to MARTA Holmes stationvia the City of Austell and Veterans Memorial areas.Route 65 serves East <strong>Cobb</strong>, from Marietta Transfer Center to MARTA Dunwoody Station.CCT offers paratransit service within a 3/4 mile of CCT fixed bus routes. For questions aboutCCT paratransit service and to learn how to qualify for this service, please call (770) 427-2222. For the hearing impaired, please call the TDD number at (770) 419-9183.CCT strives to provide a transit network that is convenient, accessible, customer focusedand that is safe, reliable and efficient. CCT charges a modest fare of $1.50 for one waytrips for adults, $1.00 for youth under age 18 and $.75 for seniors, aged 65 years and older.Transfer to MARTA is currently free of charge. *All buses make automatic announcements inside the bus of upcomingstops and major roads as well as stop requests by passengers.An LED message sign, located inside the bus, indicate theseannouncements for the hearing-impaired. For the riders’ convenience,CCT offers nine Park and Ride Lots.For more information about CCT or for route schedules visit thewebsite www.cobbcct.org or call (770) 427-4444.Please view the CCT System Map on the inside back cover* Fares subject to change4


COBB COUNTY SENIOR SERVICESTransportation <strong>Services</strong><strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Services</strong> Transportation Division provides door-to-door transportationto eligible senior citizens, aged 60 and older, in <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>. Approximately 1350 clientsare served annually.There are two main services that are provided:• Fixed Route - Transportation is provided to the four senior Neighborhood Centersand to the <strong>Senior</strong> Day Center on a pre-scheduled basis.• Demand Response - Appointments are pre-scheduled to medical facilities. Clientsare asked to make appointments in advance.For information about transportation provided by <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Services</strong>, please visit theirwebsite www.seniors.cobbcountyga.gov/ or call (770) 528-5364<strong>Senior</strong> Transportation StudyIn 2006, the <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> Department of Transportation contracted with Wilbur SmithAssociates to prepare a comprehensive <strong>Senior</strong> Adult Transportation Study. The projectfocused on senior adult transportation needs and mobility options for <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>.The report presents a summary of the study process, assessment of needs andrecommendations for future improvement strategies.The purpose of this study was to document the existing transportation resourcesand current needs for senior adults within <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>. This final report describes theexisting conditions in the <strong>County</strong> related to transportation services, the unmet needswithin the <strong>County</strong> and alternative development plans for the future. This report will supportthe local champions in the development transportation opportunities for our seniors andolder adults.“I need information about transportation options in <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>.Where do I start my search for information?”Answer:Dial 770-528-1679.<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> <strong>DOT</strong> Planning Info Line5


Transportation RelatedPrograms, <strong>Services</strong> & Resources<strong>Cobb</strong> Department of Transportation (<strong>DOT</strong>) and <strong>Cobb</strong> Community Transit (CCT) in partnershipwith <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Services</strong> (CSS) are working together to provide <strong>Cobb</strong> FreedomVoucher Program. <strong>Senior</strong>s targeted for this program are aged 60 and older, and alsoqualify for CCT Paratransist services but live outside the CCT Paratransit service area andare not currently service by CSS.Eligible seniors are provided vouchers to purchase transportation that will best meet theirindividual needs. The transportation service providers who provides the rides must be registeredvendors with the county. See listing of current pre-qualified vendors below.For more information on <strong>Cobb</strong> Freedom, contact <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Services</strong> at 770-528-7987,email at senior.transportation@cobbcounty.org or visit www.cobbseniors.org.Prequalified Transportation VendorsAlterman/JetsTransportation770-677-9337 Betsy BrodyAngie’s Jitney Service 770-855-5365 Angela RussellBivins Transportation 770-499-2432 Bertha BivinsBusy <strong>Senior</strong>s 404-457-1871 Mary ThompsonCarewell Health <strong>Services</strong> 770-572-4178 Christopher AninyeDestiny Transportation 770-560-2432 Edmond Campbell JrFalcon Transport 678-373-8960 Shaune BenonsGenesis Transportation 404-372-7569 Cheryl BrownGold Cars 877-676-9446 John MoreauJackins Transportation 770-737-2694 Cecelia HippeJohnson’s Pick-up &Delivery678-266-2878 Lucius/Nicole Johnson<strong>Senior</strong> Helpers 770-442-2154 Pam HodgsonSilver Comet Transport 678-264-5582 Michael RandolphWe Care Express 770-882-4645 Lorna Brown6


Transportation and Travel Training Programs<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> <strong>DOT</strong>, <strong>Cobb</strong> Community Transit and <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Services</strong> have developed atraining program especially for seniors and older adults. This program helps seniors identifytransportation resources and trained them on how to use these resources so that they canremain actively involved and connected in their community.A member of our staff will schedule this specialized Travel Training Program and comeout to your facility to conduct a presentation or training session with your group ororganization. We also provide individual travel and transportation assessments andconsultations.Please contact us today to schedule a presentation or travel training session in yourcommunity. Call <strong>DOT</strong> Planning Division today at 770-528-1679.Get on the Bus, Gus!Older Americans face serious mobility challenges. More than half of all non-drivers age 65and older stay home largely because of limited transportation options. <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> hasrecognized the need for mobility improvements for seniors and through the partnership,CCT, CSS and <strong>DOT</strong>, has developed this program for seniors age 55+. For more informationon Get OnThe Bus, Gus! please contact <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Services</strong> Program Coordinator at 770-801-5320 or visit www.cobbsenior.org..Mobility ManagementBeing a relatively new strategic approach to managing transportation resources, theMobility Management Program has a variety of horizons that it can travel within theframework of organizations throughout <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> and the region. It is important thatthe core emphasis and mission be maintained:• A focus on individual needs.• Offering a full range of travel options.• A focus on innovation, changing usual businesspractices.• Cultivating partnerships and multi-agency activities.• Offering a single point of access for customers.• Applying advanced technologies. Coordinating ofcommunity-wide transportation resources.7


3RegionalTransportationAgency Phone Location Fare * Comments<strong>Cobb</strong>CommunityTransit (CCT)770-427-4444 463 Commerce ParkDrSuite 114Marietta, GA 30060$1.50 –regular$.75 -discountwww.cobbcct.orgCCT provides Paratransit as wellas regular transportation to thegeneral public.No Sunday service - checkholiday schedules.MARTA 404-848-5000 2424 Piedmont Rd.,NEAtlanta, GA 30324GRTA Xpress 404-463-4782 Ste 800 - 8th FloorMarquis One Tower245 PeachtreeCenter Ave., NEAtlanta, GA 30324$2.00 –oneway$3.00 -one-way$5.00 -roundtripExactCashrequiredwww.itsmarta.comPick-up at the CCT Transfer center(CumberlandMall). Discount fare programDOES NOT APPLYwww.xpressga.comXpress is a public transportationservice inpartnership between the GeorgiaRegionalTransportation Authority (GRTA)<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>Senior</strong><strong>Services</strong>770-528-5355 32 N Fairground STMarietta, GA30060-2160VoluntaryDonationsFixed Route and DemandResponse <strong>Senior</strong>s OnlyGreyhound 800-231-2222770-427-30111250 S Marietta PkyMarietta, GA 30060CheckWebsitefor farewww.greyhound.comCCTParatransitOffice770-427-2222 463 Commerce ParkDrMarietta, GA 30060$3.00 –onewaywww.cobbcct.orgParatransit service requiresreservation<strong>Cobb</strong> FreedomVoucherProgram770-528-7987 32 N FairgroundStreetMarietta, GA30060-2160Call formoreProgram targets seniors age60 and older who qualify forCCT Paratransit services but liveoutside of Para-transit serviceareaGwinnett<strong>County</strong> Transit770-822-5010 2880 RemingtonParkNorcross, GA 30071$3.00 onewaywww.gwinnettcounty.comCATSCherokee<strong>County</strong>770-345-6238 884 Univeter RoadCanton, GA 30155$1.00seniors$1.25 onewaywww.cherokeega.com/CATS* The fares indicated are current as of August 2010 and are subject to change.8


Bus and Train <strong>Services</strong>Agency Phone Location Fare CommentsCATSCherokee<strong>County</strong>Gwinnett<strong>County</strong>Transit770-345-6238 884 Univeter RoadCanton, GA 30155770-822-5010 2880 Remington ParkCt CourtNorcross, GA30071AMTRAK 800-872-7245404-685-97621688 Peachtree StNWAtlanta, GA 30309CSX 904-359-3200 500 Water Street,15th FloorJacksonville, FL 32202NorfolkSouthern800-635-5768 Three Commercial PlNorfolk, VA 23510$1.00 -seniors$1.25 - cashfare driverscannotmakechange$3.00 - onewayPassengerserviceavailableNopassengerservice -freight onlyNopassengerservice -freight onlywww.cherokeega.com/CATSCATS provides Fixed Route,Van Pool and Xpress service inCherokee <strong>County</strong>www.gwinnettcounty.comGwinnett <strong>County</strong> Transit providesexpress, local and paratransitservices for people of Gwinnett<strong>County</strong>.www.amtrak.comwww.csx.comwww.nscorp.comWe’ll Get You There!Free Real-Time Traffic InfoGeorgia 511 is a free phone service that provides you with realtime traffic and travel information, or allows you to requestroadside assistance 24 hours a day.Georgia 511 can be accessed from anywhere in Georgia, bysimply dialing 5-1-1.Accurate, up-to-date information on statewide traffic conditions,including:• Route-specific information• Current and planned road and lane closures• Construction• Critical incidents and AMBER alerts9


4MedicalDial 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency. Medical Transportation is a listing oftransportation options serving <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>. These companies provide non-life threateningtransportation. Please call provider for complete fare and service information.AMBULATORY * Denotes registered <strong>Cobb</strong> Freedom Vendors sAgency Phone Location Comments*Alterman/JetsTransportationAmericanMedical770-677-9337 4549 ChambleeDunwoody RDAtlanta, GA 30338770-428-8911 1380 Beverage Dr, Ste. DStond Mountain, GA30021*Busy <strong>Senior</strong>s 404-457-1871 3149 Brookeview Ln NWKennesaw, GA 30152*Carewell HealthVan <strong>Services</strong>CentralEmergencyMedical Service*DestinyTransportationEastern RoyalMedicalTransportation*GenesisTransportationContact Betsy Brodywww.amr.netContact Mary Thompson678-574-6080 Smyrna, GA Van service for adults withdisabilities770-924-8828 205 Hembree Park DRSuite 100Roswell, GA 30075770-560-2432 1872 Eveningside WayKennesaw, GA 30152678-492-8097 821 Barnett Street Suite 1Atlanta, GA 30306404-372-7569 1975 Walton ReserveBlvd #2404 Austell, GA30168Georgia EMS 770-514-8070 2670 North <strong>Cobb</strong> PkwyKennesaw, GA 30144Home Instead 770-425-4240 1301 Shiloh Rd Suite 1730Kennesaw, GA 30144James WilliamsVan ServiceJohnsonAmbulanceService*Johnson’sPickup &DeliveryMEDEVACAmbulanceServiceMetro AtlantaAmbulanceServiceTransportationEmergency and Non-Emergency678-789-2801 40 Howell St SEAtlanta, GA 30312770-424-9716 1535 Austell RdMarietta, GA 30060678-266-2878 925 Whitlock Ave #2307Marietta, GA 30064678-878-8890 1755 McCollum PkwySte 902Kennesaw, GA 30144770-693-8480 595 Armstrong StMarietta, GA 30060www.destinywheels.comemail: 4wheels@destinywheels.comwww.easternroyalmedical.comContact: Cherly BrownContact: Amir Adiri4 hour minimum service requestsWheel chair accessible vansTracy M. CintonLucius or Nicole JohnsonOlen B. BrockPeter E. QiononesALWAYS DIAL 9-1-1IN EMERGENCY & LIFE THREATENING SITUATIONS!12


AMBULATORY * Denotes registered <strong>Cobb</strong> Freedom VendorsAgency Phone Location CommentsPriority EMS 678-455-4100 5012 Bristol Industrial HwySuite 110Buford, GA 30518Puckett EMS 770-222-1988 3760 Tramore Pointe PkwyAustell, GA 30106<strong>Senior</strong> Helpers 770-442-2154 294 S Main StAlpharetta, GA 30009South EasternTransportationWalker &WalkerTransportationwww.priorityems.netwwwpuckettems.comm/newsContact: Shane GarrisonContact: Pam HudsonWheelchair service866-388-9844 Atlanta, GA Provides transportationfor the disabled770-739-8525 Atlanta, GA Provides transportationfor the disabledAIRAMBULANCESAccredited AirAmbulanceAdvance AirAmbulanceAir AmbulanceNetworkAngelMedflight-Worldwide AirAmbulance800-558-5387 Manassas, GA 30438 Check for fares800-633-3590305-232-770012360 S.W. 132 nd CourtSuite 208Miami, GL 33186800-327-1966 905 Martin Luther, King Jr. DR#330Tarpon Springs, FL 34689480-634-8017877-264-3570Online Information Onlywww.flyambu.comRequest Estimate onlinewww.ambulancenetwork.com24 hours worldwideservicewww.angelmedflight.comEMERGENCY AMBULATORY& RESCUEMarietta FireDept<strong>Cobb</strong><strong>County</strong> Fire &EmergencySmyrna Fire &Rescue Service770-794-5451 112 Haynes StMarietta, GA 30060770-528-8305 1595 <strong>County</strong> <strong>Services</strong> PkwyMarietta, GA770-434-6667 2620 Atlanta RoadSmyrna, GA 30080Contact: LarryStubblefieldhttp://fire.cobbcountyga.gov/emergency-medical.htmContact Charles E. BairdJason Lanyon Fire Chief13


5 Vanpools and CarpoolsVanpools and Carpools are a commitment to reducing traffic congestion, improvingtransit connections and encouraging alternative forms of transportation to commutersin the <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> area.<strong>Cobb</strong> Rides:Affiliated withTown CenterCIDContact:Lanie Shipp,Executive MgmtCommuter Club:A program oftheCumberlandCIDGeorgia CarPool CenterRideSmartWebsite /Contactwww.cobbrides.comemail:info@<strong>Cobb</strong>Rides.comwww.commuterclub.com770-859-2331P.O. Box 671868Marietta, GA30006P.O. Box 402Edwardsville, IL 62025www.erideshare.comwww.myridesmart.com404-656-4270CommentsProvides a wide range of transportation servicesfor the Metro Atlanta area. <strong>Cobb</strong> Rides providesa forum to exchange ideas, share resources andexpertise, develop and promote cost effectiveemployee transportation, services and information.<strong>Cobb</strong> Rides operates mainly within Town Center,Cumberland Mall to Atlanta. Individuals seeking tostart a vanpool must have 10 peopleContact website for more information. CommuterClub’s assistance is provided free of charge andmany transportation services are heavily subsidizedto save you even more money.GaERideShare is a web based ride sharing site,providing worldwide coverage, free, easy to use,a large user base. Local, long distance, commuterand private groups.RideSmart offers a free ride home to more than30,000 potential carpoolers or vanpoolers. Geta list of people who live and work around you byregistering online @ www.myridesmart.comGuaranteed Ride Home ProgramThe Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) program providescommuters who carpool, vanpool, walk,bike or take transit to work with up to five freerides home or to their car from work annually.This program is administered under the RideSmartprogram at the Atlanta Regional Commission. Itis open to commuters who use alternative formsof transportation. For more information aboutcommuting from <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>, go to www.RideSmart.com and click on Rider Info.14


6 Taxis and Airport ShuttlesThis list represents companies that have active business licensesto operate in <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>Agency Phone CommentsVICTORY 770-428-2626 Victory Cab is a full-service company providing taxicar service throughout <strong>Cobb</strong>A1 CAB CO 770-434-8785RAYO 770-226-0002TAXI INT’L 770-433-1950 24 hour serviceASTRO TAXI 770-333-9595 www.astrotaxi.comUNION CAB 678-765-8660TREBOL TAXI 770-226-0002CONTINENTAL 770-434-3000ABC TAXI 770-952-9863GOLD STAR TAXI 770-514-5105APPLE TAXI 770-627-2626 www.realpages.com/sites/applestaxi/Wakeup Service, Transport to: Airport, Church,Shopping, Medical appointmentsLEGENDS TAXICAB 770-426-5100 www.legendstaxicab.comLimo Service 678-608-8727Take credit card for reservationsFAST CAB 770-882-8767 Fast and dependable Airport drop offs and pickups, Local and long distance. Flat rates available.GET THERE SAFELY…DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE.15


7 Buses and LimosCall these Bus and Limo companies for pricing information.Agency Phone Location CommentsAgency Phone Location CommentsAFC 770-819-8155 500 BrooksideIndustrial Blvd,Mableton, GA30125www.afctrans.comSpecialty vehicles, H2 Hummers,LimousinesA & MLimousineCorp770-955-4565 1360 Powers FerryRD,Suite D160Marietta, GA 30067www.aandmlimo.comRide Share shuttle service offeredhourly to and from Atlanta Airport w/advance prepay reservationsAtlantaLimo BusesGCICoaches,Inc770-436-3474 1931 Ascot TerraceAcworth, GA 30102678-904-6666 1359 EllsworthIndustrial Blvd, SuiteBAtlanta, GA 30318www.atlantalimobuses.comfully insured limo bus companyequipped to carry up to 24passengerswww.greeneclassiclimousine.comProvides motor coaches in <strong>Cobb</strong><strong>County</strong>, group tours, vehicles of allsizesHis MajestyCoaches,Inc.ReliableLimoTransport<strong>Services</strong>770-426-6282 3005 Rutledge RDKennesaw, GA30144404-315-9520 2759 Delk RDMarietta, GA 30060www.hismajestycoach.comCharter bus companywww.reliablelimo.netProvides rides to Airport and <strong>Cobb</strong><strong>County</strong>16


8 Social <strong>Services</strong> & Non-Profit AgenciesDisability related transportation providersAgency Phone Location/Address CommentsAngel Flight of GA 770-452-7958Bureau ofTaxicabs &Vehicles for HireDHR CoordinatedTransportationJewish Family andCareer <strong>Services</strong>Leukemia &LymphomaSociety ofAmericaLogistiCare, Inc.N.E.T. BrokerMiracle Flight forKidsNationalAssociation ofHospitality HousesNational PatientAir TransportHotlineSeeds of hope,LLCCommunity CareService ProgramWheelchairGetawaysRight In theCommunity<strong>Cobb</strong> DouglasCommunityService Board<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong>MobilityManagement404-658-7600404-658-7615 fax818 Pollard BlvdSuite 241Atlanta, GA706-227-5306 330 Research DrSuite 100Athens, GA770-677-9300770-677-9400 fax770-438-6006678-279-2060 fax1-800-95-4572866-211-0350888-224-79884549 Chamblee-Dunwoody RDAtlanta, GA2625 Cumberland PkySuite 205Atlanta, GA1640 Phoenix Blvd Suite200College Park, GA702-261-0494 2764 N. Green Valley #115Green Valley, NV89014-2120800-542-9730 PO Box 1439Gresham, OR97030-4271800-296-1217 4620 Haygood Road, Suite1.Virginia Beach, VA 23455404-457-1700 2001 Martin Luther King JrSuite 200Atlanta, GA800-642-2042 2391 Leisure Lake Dr.Atlanta, GA770-427-8401 615 Roswell St Ste 150Marietta, GA 30060770-422-0202 6133 Love St.Austell, GA 30168770-528-1679770-528-1601 fax<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>DOT</strong>/Planning1890 <strong>County</strong> <strong>Services</strong> PkyMarietta, GAOffers rides for seniors andpersons with disabilitieshttp://www.atlantapd.org/index.asp?nav=VFHServing several North GeorgiaCounties including <strong>Cobb</strong><strong>County</strong>Provides rides for senior andperson with disabilities800-955-4572Information Resource CenterService Medicaidbeneficiaries who needaccess to medical care orservices.www.miracleflights.comwww.nahhh.orgwww.patienttravel.org<strong>Services</strong> for persons withdisabilitieswww.wheelchairgetaways.comwww.rightinthecommunity.orgwww.cobbcsb.com/index.htmlProvides Travel Training andTransportation Presentation for<strong>Cobb</strong> Residents17


9 Other resourcesThe Beverly FoundationThe Beverly Foundation’s mission is tofoster new ideas and options to enhancemobility and transportation for today’s andtomorrows older population. The foundationpursues this mission through a specializedseries of research programs, communitydemonstrations and technical assistanceproducts.www.beverlyfoundation.orgEaster Seals Project ActionTheir mission is to promote universal accessto transportation for people with disabilitiesunder federal law and beyond by partneringwith transportation providers, the disabledcommunity and others through the provisionof training, technical assistance, appliedresearch, outreach and communicationwww.projectaction.easterseals.comAARPFor 25 years, the AARP Driver Safety Programhas operated with one thing in mind – tomake older drivers safer drivers. More than9 million drivers has benefited from theeight-hour refresher course, which offersguidance in reassessing physical abilities andmaking adjustments accordingly. Each yearapproximately 34,000 courses are held incommunities nationwide.www.aarp.orgAtlanta Regional Commission40 Courtland Street, NEAtlanta, Georgia 30303-2538404-463-3100www.atlantaregional.comThe Gerontological Society of America1220 L Street NW, Suite 901Washington, DC 20005202-842-1275www.geron.org/18Alzheimer’s Association24/7 Helpline for information, referral andsupport.1-800-272-3900TDD: 1-866-403-3073e-mail: info@alz.orgAgeWise ConnectionArea Agency on Aging- Atlanta Regional Commission40 Courtland Street NEAtlanta, GA 30303404-463-3333e-mail: aginginfo@atlantaregional.comagewiseconnection.comUnited Way of Metro Atlanta- <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> Office995 Roswell Street, Suite 338Marietta, GA 30060770-428-8344cobb@unitedwayatlanta.orgwww.unitedwayatlanta.orgStatewide Independent Living Councilof Georgia, Inc.755 Commerce Drive, Suite 415Decatur, GA 30030770-270-6860Toll Free: 888-288-9780TTY: Use GA Relay, 711www.silcga.org


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Park & Ride Lot LocationsAcworth Park and Ride6045 Lake Acworth DriveAcworth, Georgia 30101Busbee Park and Ride3221 Busbee Drive NWKennesaw, Georgia 30144Floyd Road Park & Ride4342 Floyd RoadMableton, GA 30126Highest Praise Church of God Park & Ride3771 Floyd Road,Austell, Ga 30106Hiram 278 Theater Park & RideJimmy Lee Smith PArkway (Hwy.278)185 Metromont RoadHiram, GA 30141Johnson Ferry Baptist Church Park & Ride955 Johnson Ferry Road NEMarietta, Georgia 30060Marietta Park & Ride800 South Marietta ParkwayMarietta, Georgia 30060Mableton Park & Ride5329 Floyd RoadMableton, GA 30126Powder Springs Park & Ride5100 Powder Springs-Dallas RoadPowder Springs, GA 30127Town Center Park & Ride3305 Busbee Dr.Kennesaw, GA 3014420


Feedback Form: Email/Phone/Write Us!How can we improve this Transportation Resource Directory?What other Information could be added?Other Comments:Please send us your Comments!Email: planning@cobbcounty.org subject: Transportation DirectoryPhone: 770-528-1679 Fax: 770-528-1601Write: <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> Department of Transportation1890 <strong>County</strong> <strong>Services</strong> Parkway, Marietta, GA, 30008Please help us keep this directory updated by advising us of any corrections or additions.


<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> Department of Transportation1890 <strong>County</strong> <strong>Services</strong> ParkwayMarietta GA 30008-4014770-528-1679770-528-1601 faxwww.<strong>Cobb</strong><strong>DOT</strong>.orge-mail: planning@cobbdot.org<strong>Cobb</strong> Community Transit463 Commerce Park Dr.Suite #114Marietta, GA 30060770-427-4444www.<strong>Cobb</strong>CCT.org<strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Services</strong>32 North Fairground St.Marietta, GA 30060-2160770-528-5355770-528-5378 faxwww.<strong>Cobb</strong><strong>County</strong>.org/seniorsThis is a publication from the <strong>Cobb</strong> <strong>County</strong> Board of CommissionersChairman Tim LeeCommissioner Helen Goreham, District OneCommissioner Bob Ott, District TwoCommissioner Thea Powell, District ThreeCommissioner Woody Thompson, District Four<strong>County</strong> Manager David Hankersonrev. Aug. 2010

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