Montclair State University, New Jersey

Senior Transportation and Escorted Rides in Montclair State University, NJ

Rides to appointments, shopping, the pharmacy and visits with a caregiver who stays with the person, not only a driver who drops them off. Post what you need in Montclair State University for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.

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Local figures

Senior Transportation in Montclair State University, NJ: the local picture

3.7 mi
to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Passaic)
0
residents 65 or older (0.0% of Montclair State University)
$17.83
median hourly wage of home care aides in New Jersey (BLS, May 2025)

About 0 Montclair State University households, —, have no vehicle. The Census figure covers all ages, but older adults who stop driving are a large part of it.

Hospitals with an emergency department near Montclair State University: St Mary's General Hospital in Passaic (3.7 mi); Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical in Montclair (3.8 mi); Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville (5.3 mi). Distances are straight-line, so allow more on the road.

Montclair State University compared with Passaic County and New Jersey

Census figureMontclair State UniversityPassaic CountyNew Jersey
Residents 65 or older0.0%16%17%
Residents 85 or older0.0%1.9%2.1%

Older residents in towns around Montclair State University

TownDistanceResidents 65+Households with no car
Great Notch, NJ0.7 mi8392.3%
Upper Montclair, NJ1.6 mi1,8355.1%
Woodland Park, NJ1.7 mi2,6857.2%
Clifton, NJ2.0 mi17,46310.0%
Brookdale, NJ2.4 mi1,5755.9%
Singac, NJ2.7 mi5593.2%

Hospitals near Montclair State University

Hospital with an emergency departmentTownDistanceCMS overall ratingPhone
St Mary's General HospitalPassaic, NJ3.7 mi3 of 5(973) 365-4300
Hackensack Meridian Mountainside MedicalMontclair, NJ3.8 mi4 of 5(973) 429-6000
Clara Maass Medical CenterBelleville, NJ5.3 mi3 of 5(973) 450-2000
Va New Jersey Health Care SystemEast Orange, NJ7.7 mi2 of 5(973) 676-1000

Straight-line miles from the center of Montclair State University. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

What a caregiver who drives can help with

  • Rides to doctor, dental and therapy appointments
  • Waiting during the appointment and taking notes
  • Grocery shopping, pharmacy and errands
  • Trips to church, the senior center and family
Cost

What senior transportation costs in Montclair State University

At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).

Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.

Before you hire

What to know before hiring a caregiver who drives

Giving up driving is a common reason older adults start to miss appointments and see fewer people. Before a caregiver drives, agree whose car is used, check that the auto insurance covers it, and agree a mileage rate in writing. The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center and the Eldercare Locator (1-800-677-1116) can point you to free and low-cost ride programs.

Questions worth asking: May I see your license and proof of auto insurance? Will you drive your car or ours? How do you help someone with a walker in and out of the car? More in our senior transportation guide.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Senior Transportation in Montclair State University: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Montclair State University?

St Mary's General Hospital in Passaic, about 3.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Montclair State University (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (973) 365-4300. In an emergency, call 911.

How much does senior transportation cost in Montclair State University?

At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).

Does Medicare pay for rides to appointments?

Original Medicare covers emergency ambulance trips, not routine rides. Medicaid covers non-emergency medical transportation for eligible members, and some Medicare Advantage plans include rides (Medicare.gov).

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Sources

Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.

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