Jackson Transit Authority’s (JTA) “The Lift” is a curb-to-curb, demand-response transportation service for the mobility impaired in the City of Jackson. “The Lift” service area is within the corporate city limits of Jackson, TN. JTA provides this service in addition to its regular bus service. Curb-to-curb service means the bus will not drive on to private property, but must stay on public streets and areas. Drivers are allowed only to assist persons on and off the vehicle. Reservations are required for “The Lift” and must be made with a 24 hour advance notice or by 3:30 p.m. the day before.
			“The Lift” is a small bus with regular seats, wheelchair stations, and a wheelchair lift. This bus is specifically designed to be mobile in residential areas so as to pick-up and drop-off passengers at their residences with ease.
			“The Lift” is available to persons unable to use JTA’s regular bus service due to mobility limitations. An application that includes medical certification is required. This application will take about three weeks to process. Eligibility criteria and applications are available at the JTA office: 241 East Deaderick Street, Jackson, or via mail by calling 423-0200 or 423-0209. JTA also provides TTY service at 423-0204.
			“The Lift” service is available Monday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. The fare is $2.00 per person each way. A Personal Care Attendant (PCA) travels at no cost. The fare may be paid by either a “The Lift” coupon or by cash. Correct change is required, as the driver does not carry cash and cannot make change. “The Lift” coupons can be purchased in advance at the JTA office, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Coupons are priced at $2.00 each.