Southwest Rides

Driving Independence

Get there safely and on time! 

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Southwest Rides

CALL FOR A RIDE – 970.946.0232

The mission of Southwest Rides is to provide affordable, safe, reliable and accessible transportation that promotes independence and improved health outcomes for people with disabilities, those who are aging, and Veterans in our service area.

Southwest Rides is a performance-driven, transparent and accountable non-profit transportation program of Southwest Center for Independence that values its consumers, resources and community partners, and meets new challenges through leadership, innovation and teamwork.

JOB OPENING: AS-NEEDED DRIVER

The As-Needed Driver is responsible for transporting riders with a variety of disabilities, including physical, mental and developmental, to and from appointments in company owned vehicles. Driver is responsible for timely arrival to all of these appointments. This is an as-needed hourly position starting at $16.00/hour and includes a vacation package. Please call Atira at 970-946-0232.

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Funding

Donate to Southwest Rides

Southwest Rides is a non-profit transportation program that is funded through community donations and sponsorships, contracts for transportation services, and grants from philanthropic foundations and state entities.

If you would like to sponsor Southwest Rides, please use the link below or contact us at 970.946.0232

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Services

Our Current Services Include:

Medicaid Non-emergent Medical Transportation services. Call us to check your eligibility.

Services to support non-Medicaid recipients to access medical appointments

Support to access essential services and community resources

Friendly courteous safe drivers

Following CDC pandemic guidelines

Available for contracted transportation

Easy referral to other independent living services at Southwest Center for Independence

Support to access Southwest Center educational opportunities, events and community forums

Only fully accessible driver-assisted transportation option in La Plata County

Will work with you and your doctor on scheduling

98% on-time rate, and we won’t leave you waiting for hours after your appointment

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For more information about Southwest Rides or to schedule a ride please call us Monday through Friday 8am – 5pm at 970.946.0232

Colorado Public Utilities Commission # MCT-0111
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Southwest Rides

Service Area

We currently serve La Plata County only, with future plans to expand to the 5 counties of SW Colorado.

CALL FOR A RIDE
970.946.0232

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SWCI Testimonials

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“They are truly a group of kind and caring people that are here to help their community. They are always friendly and accommodating.”

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