Transportation assistance helps women get to work, court, prenatal appointments, childcare, and DV shelters. Public transit passes are often free or discounted through TANF, Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT, which covers rides to all covered medical visits at no cost), and WIC. Many workforce and job training programs include bus passes, and the Ways to Work program funds low-interest car loans for working parents. Domestic violence shelters often coordinate confidential relocation transportation through VAWA-funded programs. In rural areas, dial-a-ride and volunteer driver programs operate through Area Agencies on Aging and community action agencies. This directory includes transit authorities, Medicaid NEMT providers, and car-ownership assistance.
North Carolina district courts handle family matters in all 100 counties, with some counties having dedicated family court sessions. The Child Support Services Section operates under DHHS. Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, and Winston-Salem are the largest metros. Legal Aid of North Carolina and the North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCCADV) serve women statewide.
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) works with women across North Carolina on rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Phone (704) 336-7433 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Service hours run Daily service; ask about after-hours options if needed. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.
(704) 336-7433 · 600 E 4th St, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Daily service · Visit Website
GoTriangle — Raleigh-Durham serves women in Durham and surrounding North Carolina communities with rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Contact (919) 485-7433 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Service hours run Mon-Sat service; ask about after-hours options if needed. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.
(919) 485-7433 · 4600 Emperor Blvd, Durham, NC 27703 · Mon-Sat service · Visit Website
GoRaleigh — City Bus is a North Carolina transportation resource helping mothers with rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Call (919) 485-7433 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Available Mon-Sat service; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.
(919) 485-7433 · Raleigh, NC · Mon-Sat service · Visit Website
Based in Greensboro, Greensboro Transit Authority supports North Carolina women navigating rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Contact (336) 335-6499 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Service hours run Mon-Sat service; ask about after-hours options if needed. Paid service with sliding-scale or insurance billing for qualifying women.
(336) 335-6499 · 223 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro, NC 27401 · Mon-Sat service · Visit Website
Amtrak — North Carolina provides rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT for women in North Carolina. Call (800) 872-7245 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Service hours run Daily service; ask about after-hours options if needed. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.
(800) 872-7245 · Multiple stations · Daily service
NC 211 Transportation Resources is a nationwide resource where North Carolina women can find rides to appointments, low-cost transit, and medical NEMT. Dial 211 from anywhere in North Carolina for a free routing to local services. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
211 · Statewide service · 24/7 · Visit Website
National passenger rail service with discounts for seniors, veterans, and children. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online
Long-distance intercity bus service across the United States for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Discount intercity bus services with low fares and free WiFi on most routes for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Federal transportation hub with public transit, rail, and accessibility resources for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Dial 211 for referrals to local transportation assistance, medical rides, and bus pass programs for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free VA transportation to medical appointments for eligible veterans. Contact local VA medical center. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid recipients in many states for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Senior driving resources, safety programs, and CarFit assessments. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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NADTC — federal resource on transportation options for older adults and people with disabilities for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities who need vetted, plain-language information on fixed-route buses, paratransit, non-emergency medical rides, and reduced-fare passes. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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