PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANT (PCA)

• A person employed by an ADA eligible rider as a Personal Care Attendant, is not considered a companion and is not required to pay a fare.  This also applies to a rider that is determined, during the eligibility determination process, to need a Personal Care Attendant.  A Personal Care Attendant is regarded as a “mobility aid” and can be a paid employee, a family member, or a friend.  PCA pays full fare or fares identified on GRTA Fare Structure on any Fixed Route.  
• A PCA does not have to be the same person every time.  You must, however, be registered with GRTA as needing the services of a PCA with you on your rides.
• Your PCA must get on and off the bus at the same place and time as you.  The PCA is not allowed to be transported to any other location.
• Please inform the Dispatcher each time you make a reservation that you will be accompanied by a PCA.  This ensures there will be room on the bus for both of you.