Paratransit Service in Durham
UZURV provides direct, non-stop, door-to-door transportation for certified ADA paratransit riders on behalf of GoDurham ACCESS.
UZURV vehicles are marked with a green UZURV sticker decal and a GoDurham ACCESS magnet on the vehicle. UZURV helps GoDurham ACCESS ensure timely service and quality experience for their riders and is NOT an additional service that can be selected during booking.
To check eligibility or to apply for GoDurham ACCESS paratransit services, visit the GoDurham ACCESS webpage.
How UZURV works
- UZURV provides direct, non-stop rides from carefully screened drivers who offer door-to-door service for every ride.
- Pre-scheduled and same-day rides are available.
- Riders may travel anywhere within the City of Durham and Durham County.
How much does it cost?
GoDurham ACCESS provides this supplemental service, so there is no additional cost for riders.
Scheduling a ride
Eligible customers can schedule service in advance or same-day, in as little as two hours prior to the requested pick up time. Call 919-560-1551 (option 2) to make a reservation.
Provide the following information:
- Name
- Date and time of pick up
- Pick up and drop-off addresses
- Number of passengers
Service Hours
- Monday-Saturday: 5:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
- Sundays and Holidays: 6:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Frequently asked questions:
What is UZURV?
UZURV is an adaptive transportation network that provides safe, high-quality door-to-door services for older adults and people with disabilities, including those who need wheelchair-accessible service.
What service does UZURV provide?
UZURV provides door-to-door transportation with a team of credentialed drivers who operate their own personal vehicles.
Standard Service
UZURV accommodates riders who can safely board and ride in sedans or SUVs. We also provide transportation to customers who use manual wheelchairs and walkers that can be stored in the vehicle’s trunk or cargo area and who can safely transfer to the seat of the vehicle with minimal assistance should be able to use standard service.
Please note: UZURV drivers are able to assist with the storage of mobility devices upon request.
Wheelchair-Accessible Service
Customers who use mobility devices that cannot be stored in a vehicle’s trunk or cargo area AND customers who cannot safely transfer to the seat of a standard UZURV vehicle, can request a wheelchair-accessible vehicle (WAV), when offered by a program.
Availability of wheelchair-accessible vehicles via UZURV’s service varies by program. Additionally, service hours for wheelchair-accessible service may differ from standard service. Check availability and hours of operation with the program providing your service.
How are UZURV drivers screened?
Before providing trips, drivers must pass a nationwide background check, a Federal Transit Administration (FTA) compliant drug screening, and they must demonstrate knowledge of appropriate techniques for transporting older adults and people with disabilities.
UZURV drivers must also successfully complete courses in ADA compliance, rider care, and driver safety.
Who rides with UZURV?
Older adults and people with disabilities who are eligible to ride through one of our transit agency or nonprofit partners. Any rider who is eligible and safely able to use traditional paratransit and non-emergency medical transportation services should be able to utilize UZURV.
How many passengers can UZURV accommodate?
Because UZURV is a sedan-based service, we can accommodate the rider, plus two additional passengers. Personal Care Attendants ride free. Fees for guests and children vary by program.
Can UZURV transport children?
UZURV will transport children as long as they are accompanied by a responsible adult who is at least eighteen years of age. Riders must provide an approved child safety seat in accordance with state law. UZURV drivers are prohibited from lifting or carrying children.
What is UZURV’s service animal policy?
UZURV welcomes passengers with service animals and has a zero-tolerance policy for any driver who knowingly denies access to a customer traveling with a service animal. A service animal must be under the physical or verbal control of its handler at all times and must sit or lie on the floor of the vehicle at all times. For more information, check out UZURV’s Service Animals Policy and Procedures.
Will UZURV accept riders with mobility devices?
Yes. Riders who can safely transfer from their manual wheelchair or walker into the passenger seat of a sedan or SUV with minimal assistance, AND whose manual wheelchair or walker can be stored in the vehicle’s trunk or cargo area, may use UZURV’s standard service. All other riders using mobility devices should request a WAV vehicle.
Can I provide comments or reviews?
Yes. If you have a comment, compliment, or complaint about your UZURV service, contact the program providing your service.
What does door-to-door include?
UZURV drivers provide door-to-door service. That means they will…
- Meet you at the lowest level of the home or business at the outermost door to pick you up. (UZURV drivers will not go beyond the outermost door of any home or larger building, so be ready in a location where your driver can find you easily.)
- Greet you by name and announce that they are your UZURV driver.
- Assist you to the vehicle if you request it. Assistance may include guiding you to and from the vehicle using the Human Guide Technique, providing a supportive arm or shoulder, pushing your manual wheelchair, and/or providing verbal guidance along the way.
- Open and close the vehicle door for you.
- Provide assistance with the seatbelt if needed.
- Fold and store a walker or manual wheelchair in the vehicle’s trunk or cargo area.
- Walk with you and provide assistance, as needed, from the vehicle to the outermost door of your destination.
If you need additional assistance, contact the program providing your service for information about UZURV’s WAV service.
Lost and Found
If you believe you have left an item inside your UZURV vehicle, please contact us at RiderSupport@uzurv.com for assistance. We will do our best to locate and return your item to you as soon as possible.