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Painesville Today
By the People, for the People
Lake County Expands Free Transit for Seniors
Laketran and county commissioners announce program change after success of Dial-a-Ride initiative that has provided 25,000+ trips since May 2025.
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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Lake County seniors who once relied on free Dial-a-Ride services now have a second no-cost public transit option: free rides on Laketran's regular bus routes. The Seniors on the Go program expansion builds on the success of the Dial-a-Ride service launched in May 2025, which has provided over 25,000 trips to help seniors reach destinations like grocery stores, libraries, and pharmacies.
Why it matters
The program expansion aims to further reduce isolation among older adults in Lake County by providing more flexibility and accessibility through free access to Laketran's local bus routes, in addition to the existing Dial-a-Ride service.
The details
Laketran and the Lake County Board of Commissioners announced the expansion of the Seniors on the Go program, which now allows older adults to ride Laketran's local bus routes - Routes 1 through 9 - fare free. Previously, the program only covered Dial-a-Ride service. Seniors who don't need door-to-door service or want more flexibility can now use the local routes without making advance reservations.
- The Seniors on the Go program was launched in May 2025.
- Since the program's launch, it has provided over 25,000 trips for seniors.
The players
Laketran
A public transit agency serving Lake County, Ohio.
Lake County Board of Commissioners
The governing body of Lake County, Ohio.
Terry Foreman
A Willoughby resident who encouraged Laketran to include local routes in the Seniors on the Go program.
Morris W. Beverage III
The President of the Lake County Board of Commissioners.
What they’re saying
“While seniors appreciate the program's free rides on Dial-a-Ride, there is a lot more flexibility when you use the local routes because you don't need to make an advance reservation. Plus, not all seniors need the assistance provided by Dial-a-Ride. I'm very capable of walking to a bus stop to get where I need to go.”
— Terry Foreman, Willoughby resident (News release)
“Transportation plays a critical role in reducing isolation and supporting healthy aging.”
— Morris W. Beverage III, Commission President (News release)
What’s next
Laketran officials said the change came after hearing directly from riders, and they encourage seniors to complete the reduced fare application and provide proof of eligibility to participate in the expanded Seniors on the Go program.
The takeaway
The expansion of the Seniors on the Go program in Lake County demonstrates a commitment to improving transportation access and reducing isolation for older adults, by providing more flexible and convenient options beyond just the Dial-a-Ride service.
