Driver/Guide Program, (Subsidized Transportation Program)
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The Driver/Guide Program is part of the Subsidized Transportation Program, that allows persons who are blind or visually impaired living in both rural and urban communities throughout the state of Utah to pay a volunteer mileage for driving and guiding them to doctor appointments, shopping, etc. This service is especially valuable where and when other public transportation is either limited or does not exist. In some cases, this program is the only means by which many of our members have to perform personal errands.
The program provides mileage reimbursement to volunteers who agree to act as drivers and guides for people who have lost their sight. This dual role is extremely beneficial since the volunteer can assist in shopping, filling out forms, locating offices, etc.
The Driver/Guide Program is open to those who pay an annual membership or are a lifetime member of the Utah Council of the Blind throughout the state of Utah. The participant is asked to pay a small portion of the cost of the mileage reimbursement.
Because of the frequently personal nature of the service, members are encouraged to acquire their own driver/guide with whom they can develop a strong working relationship. However, if a person needs assistance identifying people who are willing to assist in this capacity, the volunteer program may be able to help.
How It Works
The driver/volunteer is not provided by the UCB. This is a subsidized program that allows a UCB member to pay a person not living with them, per mile for up to 200 miles per month to drive them to their personal errands.
Driver Guide is now 200 miles for .25 cents per mile or $50 and we pay .50 cents per mile.
How to Purchase Coupons
Once a participant has identified a driver/guide they can purchase their monthly coupons in one of the following ways:
- Send a check for the cost of the number of coupons you wish to purchase to: Utah Council of the Blind, PO Box 1415, Bountiful, UT 84011-1415. Be sure to include the name and address of the person to whom they are to be mailed.
- To pay by credit card:
- a. You may order the full monthly allowance by Click Here to send e-mail
- b. You may call:801 245-9264 to pay by credit card.
- c. Or, if you wish to purchase a different amount, request a new payment link to be sent to you by sending an e-mail to utahblind@gmail.com. When requesting a new payment link, please indicate the type of coupon and amount you wish to purchase, as well as the name and address of the person to whom they are to be mailed. Please DO NOT send your credit card numbers through e-mail. You will receive a return e-mail containing a link that will direct you to a secure location to make your payment.
Driver Guide Reimbursement Form
If you are a qualified volunteer or driver for the Utah Council of the Blind and would like to download the Driver/Guide Reimbursement Request form:
Download the Driver/Guide Reimbursement Request Form.
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