Friends of Newtown Seniors

Newtown, Connecticut

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Newtown Rides

Newtown Easy Transit, launching Fall 2025, provides curb-to-curb transportation for Newtown residents age 60+ and adults with disabilities.

How to Get Started

  • Complete a Transportation Application at the Newtown Senior Center before reserving a ride.
  • Rides must be scheduled at least 3 business days in advance.
  • Reservations may be made up to one month ahead.

Fares

In-Town Rides

  • $3 one-way

Out-of-Town Rides

  • Southbury: $5 one-way
  • Danbury: $10 one-way
  • Other towns: Fare varies based on mileage

Reservations & Information

Call 203-270-4297
Monday–Friday | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

FONS Newtown Rides

For 55 Plus Seniors.

The Friends of Newtown Seniors (FONS) volunteer drivers are available to pick you up and take you to any ‘Newtown’ location you wish. To arrange a day out, please call 203-430-0633 three days in advance and a coordinator will return your call.

NOVEMBER 2024 – ANNOUNCING EXPANDED SERVICES

Volunteer drivers are now available Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and/or 11:30 am until 2:30 pm for rides within Newtown. 

To arrange a day out, please call three days in advance and a coordinator will return your call. FONS is looking forward to seeing you! For more information or to book your special day, please call and leave a message at 203-430-0633.

FONS PROGRAMS

  • Chore Services Program
  • Outreach Program
  • Senior Salon Program

OTHER PROGRAMS

  • Newtown Rides
  • Wheel It Forward

Annual Reports

Annual Report 2024
Annual Report 2023
Annual Report 2022
Annual Report 2021
Annual Report 2020
Annual Report 2019

FONS BROCHURE

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AARP Andrus Award, Newtown, CT
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PO Box 413
Newtown, CT 06470