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News and Announcements

PATH Will Attend Louisa County Public Schools 2025 Resource Expo

October 14, 2025

Louisa County Public Schools will host the 2025 Resource Expo on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Louisa County High School Annex Gym. This annual event helps families of students with disabilities – from early childhood through high school – discover valuable local, regional, and state resources. The Expo brings together organizations that provide educational, health, employment, and community support services to assist students now and as they transition beyond high school. The PATH (Partnership

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PATH Helps Elevate Older Adults’ Voices in Region 10

October 7, 2025

PATH recently took part in “Listening & Storytelling for Inclusive Transit: Understanding Older Adults’ Transportation Needs in Region 10” a project organized by AARP Livable Communities – Technical Advisor Program in collaboration with the members of  Charlottesville Area Alliance and MPact Lab. The initiative set out to collect and amplify the voices of older adults across Region 10 in order to better understand their everyday transportation experiences, challenges, and unmet needs. By sharing these personal stories, the project aimed to

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We’re Hiring – Join Our Team!

October 2, 2025

Do you want a job where you make a real difference every day?The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC) is looking for a passionate PATH Transportation Assistant to support older adults and people with disabilities in accessing the rides they need. In this role, you’ll: Help neighbors overcome transportation barriers Strengthen mobility services in our region Be part of a team that cares deeply about community If you’re dedicated, compassionate, and ready to help others move forward – this could be the opportunity

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About PATH helpline

PATH, Partnership for Accessible Transportation Help, is a free transportation information and referral service open to the public. PATH assists anyone with inquiries about local transportation, with a focus on helping older adults and people with disabilities find transportation options when they are unable to drive.

PATH serves Region 10, including the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle, Greene, Fluvanna, Louisa, and Nelson counties.

  • Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
  • Monday-Friday
After hours? Leave a message and we will call you back

How PATH can help you find a Ride

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Call PATH toll-free at 888-879-7379. If we don't answer, leave a voicemail and we will call you back.

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A transportation counselor will connect you with services and help you schedule a reservation.

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The counselor will guide you through the process and help with any issues you encounter.

Hard to find transportation in your area?

Share your experience and transportation needs with us through this online survey. We are gathering data to better understand the transportation needs in Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, Fluvanna, and the City of Charlottesville. Your comments will help us choose where to work with partners to increase and improve transportation.

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Facts & Questions

Where can I ride?

PATH covers Region 10, the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Fluvanna counties. We may be able to help you find a ride outside of Region 10. Give us a call and share your transportation needs.

Who Can Ride?

Everyone can ride! This program is for anyone with questions about local transportation, focusing on helping older adults and people with disabilities find rides. We have interpreter services and materials in Spanish.

How Does PATH Work?

PATH collaborates with existing transportation services to unify all public transportation systems into a central information hub. The goal is to develop a transportation network and promote ongoing collaboration among stakeholders.

Transportation Resources

CAT

Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) Public transportation in the City of Charlottesville and portions of urban Albemarle County. All CAT buses are wheelchair-lift equipped and accessible to persons with disabilities. Fares are free through June 30, 2026.

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UTS

University Transit System and University Transit Service (UTS) are fare-free transit services committed to providing safe, reliable, efficient, service to University of Virginia students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

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JAUNT

Jaunt provides curb-to-curb demand-response service in Buckingham, Fluvanna, Louisa, Greene, Nelson, and rural Albemarle counties. It also provides ADA paratransit service in Charlottesville and Albemarle. To use Jaunt's ADA Paratransit Service, you must be pre-approved by a representative from CAT. This service is currently fare-free.

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MICRO CAT

MicroCAT is a fare-free, on-demand public rideshare service that offers convenient, affordable rides in Pantops and the US-29 Corridor area. Book a shared ride from your phone and get picked up in a sleek, comfortable vehicle. Whether you're commuting, running errands, or need to get somewhere, you can do so without breaking the bank.

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Partner with PATH

Interested in partnering with us? Looking to bring more transportation services to your area or for your clients? Curious about this program? Eager to contribute and support rides for underserved populations? PATH is here to make a difference in your community. Agencies and volunteer groups can get support from the PATH program to provide transportation in their area. Some of the free resources available include:
  • - Vehicles and operating funds
  • - Staffing and infrastructure
  • - Pilot programs
  • - Data collection and surveys
  • - Operating costs
  • - Ride scheduling software and services