Whistlestop ADA Paratransit (WSW)

Whistlestop Wheels provides American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) paratransit services on the behalf of the Marin Transit and the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District. ADA Paratransit is transportation for persons, who because of a physical or mental condition are unable to ride public fixed-route transportation such as the local and regional public bus system. Whistlestop Wheels can only process ADA applications for residents of Marin County. If you live outside Marin County and need assistance, please click here to go to our list of links for surrounding counties paratransit services or contact your local paratransit or fixed-route provider for eligibility procedures in your county. If you believe you may be eligible for WSW please contact our paratransit eligibility department at (415) 456-9062 ext. 106 for further assistance or click herefor more information and an application.

Marin Access Mobility Management Center

The Marin Access Mobility Management Center coordinates many transportation resources for Marin’s older adults, persons with disabilities and low-income residents. It is a one-stop call center. Marin Access is sponsored by Marin Transit and operated by Whistlestop. Call 415-454-0902 to find other transportation options.

STAR Program

The Safe Transport And Reimbursement (STAR) Program, formerly Volunteer Driver Program (VDP), empowers older adults and people with disabilities to remain independent by providing a mileage reimbursement for their friends, neighbors and other community members who provide them with rides. How does it Work?

• The STAR Program provides a free transportation reimbursement for older adults and people with disabilities living in Marin County.
• Participants identify members of their community who are willing to be a driver for them.
• The STAR program does not provide a pool of volunteer drivers, but rather allows the rider to find their own trusted driver and provide a mileage reimbursement. A caregiver, friend or neighbor may be a driver. You can have more than one driver and we encourage you to do so.
• We help our participants overcome the feeling of dependency by providing a financial mileage reimbursement so that participants have resources to give in return for the help they receive.
• With the STAR Program, participants receive door to door assistance and companionship for medical appointments, shopping, classes, family visits, or a meal and a night out.
• For more information and the application please click here.

How do I qualify for the STAR Program?

• Live in Marin County.
• If you are under the age of 60 you must have been approved for ADA Paratransit services commonly known as the Whistlestop Wheels Program.
• If you are over the age of 60 and have a disability or frailty, you will also qualify.

Call 415-454-0969 to find out more information and to schedule a phone assessment to begin the application process.

Volunteer Driver Program in West Marin

For information call 415-663-8148 x114