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Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in South Chicago Heights, IL
Licensed NEMT Provider · Available 24/7 · Serving Illinois & Indiana
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Sheree Clark
★★★★★4 months ago
“My 86 yr old Mom spent over 40 days in a hospital and skilled nursing facility. I googled non emergency ambulance transportation and came across Dream Care Rides. The 2 men that picked up my Mom were the absolute best! Kind and courteous, careful mov...”
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KC
★★★★★5 months ago
“Dream Care Rides is an excellent NEMT service for all ages and needs. I had a last minute procedure and could not find a friend to transport me. Dream Care Rides to the rescue. Their communication with me and the hospital was excellent. The driver wa...”
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Beatrice Ayiku
★★★★★3 months ago
“I recently needed reliable transportation for medical appointments, and they exceeded my expectations in every way. The drivers are always professional, courteous, and right on time. From the moment I booked my first ride, I felt like I was in great ...”
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James Norton
★★★★★2 months ago
“Driver Chijioke was great and took my wife to hospital to be admitted and went way beyond. I was sick with flu and could not take her. People at Dream Rides are great on time and go way beyond.”
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Debra Woodson
★★★★★1 year ago
“Dream Care Rides was EXCELLENT! The staff was kind, polite, attentive, and professional. They were prompt, and got me in and out of the house with no problem whatsoever. I will gladly call them again. Your help was a God send!”
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Jennifer Phillips
★★★★★10 months ago
“I am so grateful I found Dream Care Rides. The van was clean, the driver was very kind and helpful and they were prompt. I highly recommend them for anyone needing medical transportation.”
Medical transportation in South Chicago Heights, IL is available through Dream Care Rides starting at $50–$60 (ambulatory), $60–$70 (wheelchair), or $350–$400 (stretcher) base per leg, plus mileage. Call (708) 505-6994 or book online for same-day and scheduled rides to Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, Advocate South Suburban Hospital, and 3 additional medical facilities, just 10 min from our Olympia Fields headquarters.
South Chicago Heights is a small village strung along Chicago Road (Route 1), with no hospital and few medical offices inside its limits. That means almost every appointment is a trip out of town, and for residents on dialysis, infusion or therapy schedules those trips repeat several times a week. What matters most here is a ride that shows up the same way every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, ten minutes from our Olympia Fields office.
To book a medical ride from South Chicago Heights, call (708) 505-6994 or schedule online at dreamcarerides.com/booking. We are primarily a private-pay provider. Medicaid accepted in select service areas — call (708) 505-6994 to check availability. We coordinate with discharge planners and case managers for facility-to-home and facility-to-facility transfers. Service is available seven days a week, including weekends and holidays; after-hours pickups carry a fee shown before you book.
Standing Orders for South Chicago Heights Riders
In a village the size of South Chicago Heights, the rides that matter most are the ones that repeat. Dialysis runs three times a week, often before sunrise or into the evening. Chemotherapy and radiation come in cycles. Cardiac and pulmonary rehab and physical therapy after a hip or knee replacement can run for six to twelve weeks. None of that care is inside the village, so every session starts with a ride.
A standing order is how we handle it. You tell us once which days, what time you need to arrive, and where treatment is. Your pickups and returns go on our dispatch board for the length of the plan, and a reminder goes out the day before. If the unit changes your chair time or you are admitted, one call pauses or moves the series.
The return leg is where many rides fall apart. Treatment does not always end on schedule, and a rider who has just finished dialysis should not stand outside waiting. Because our office is ten minutes up the road in Olympia Fields, we can usually move a return to match when you are actually ready.
We also keep notes that make repeat rides easier: which door you use, whether you need a hand down the front steps, whether a family member rides along on Fridays. The driver who comes on Wednesday knows what the driver on Monday learned.
Local Insight
Chicago Road through South Chicago Heights is the main north-south route and backs up near the Sauk Trail intersection at rush hour. Early dialysis pickups avoid most of it; afternoon returns can take longer, and we plan around that.
Our HQ is 10 min from South Chicago Heights
Dream Care Rides dispatches from 20000 Governors Dr Suite 103H, Olympia Fields — just 6 miles from South Chicago Heights. Your driver is already in your neighborhood.
Dream Care Rides provides door-to-door medical transportation in South Chicago Heights, IL and surrounding areas.
Where Does Dream Care Rides Pick Up at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields?
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
20201 S Crawford Ave, Olympia Fields, IL 60461
Emergency careCancer careHeart and vascularSurgeryCritical careRehabilitation
NEMT Drop-off Instructions
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields is entered from Crawford Avenue. We bring walking and wheelchair riders to the main entrance; if a South Chicago Heights patient needs a stretcher at discharge, the crew arranges the handoff with the unit or discharge desk before arriving.
Where Is Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Located?
10 min drive from our Olympia Fields headquarters
Get Directions →What Other Medical Facilities Does Dream Care Rides Serve in South Chicago Heights?
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
hospital17800 S Kedzie Ave, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
Heart care, stroke care, cancer treatment and GI procedures in Hazel Crest.
UChicago Medicine at Ingalls – Flossmoor
clinic19550 Governors Hwy, Flossmoor, IL 60422
Specialty visits, imaging, labs and outpatient rehab close to home, with round-the-clock Urgent Aid.
UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial
hospitalOne Ingalls Drive, Harvey, IL 60426
Full hospital in Harvey with oncology, heart and vascular, and orthopaedic programs.
How Does Dialysis Transportation Work in South Chicago Heights?
We provide standing-order dialysis transport for patients in South Chicago Heights. Call once, set up your recurring schedule, and your ride is automatically booked for every session. No need to call before each appointment — your driver will be at your door on time, every time.
A dialysis rider in South Chicago Heights usually needs the same pickup three days a week for months at a time. We book it as a standing order tied to your chair time, and the return leg is scheduled for when treatment ends rather than a guess.
What NEMT Services Are Available in South Chicago Heights?
Ambulatory Transport
Door-to-door sedan rides for passengers who can walk
$50–$60 base + mileage
Wheelchair Transport
ADA vans with hydraulic lifts and Q-Straint securement
$60–$70 base + mileage
Stretcher Transport
For passengers who cannot sit upright during transport
$350–$400 base + mileage
Dialysis Transport
Recurring standing orders for 3x/week sessions
$50–$60 base + mileage
Hospital Discharge
Same-day discharge transport from all major hospitals
$50–$70 base + mileage
Senior Transport
Door-through-door assistance for elderly passengers
$50–$70 base + mileage
How Much Does Medical Transportation Cost in South Chicago Heights, IL?
Ambulatory
Sedan rides for passengers who can walk
$50–$60
base + $3.00/mi after the first 3 miles
Most Booked
Wheelchair
ADA vans with lifts & securement
$60–$70
base + $3.50/mi after the first 3 miles
Stretcher
For passengers who cannot sit upright
$350–$400
base + $6.00/mi after the first 5 miles
Prices shown are per leg (one way). Round trips are priced as two legs.
Service level affects pricing — factors include vehicle type, equipment needed, number of attendants, stairs, and time of day. Weekend rides add +$50 per leg; major holidays add a fee shown before you book.
Need oxygen (+$25) or a stair chair (+$40)? Let us know when booking. Estimate your cost or call (708) 505-6994 for an exact quote.
Long Distance: Trips over 100 miles and out-of-state transfers are priced per case. Call (708) 505-6994 for a quote.
Get your exact price with our NEMT Cost Calculator
Why Do Patients in South Chicago Heights Choose Dream Care Rides?
South Chicago Heights is about 6 miles and 10 minutes from our Olympia Fields headquarters, close enough that a late-running treatment or a changed chair time rarely leaves you stranded. The village lines Chicago Road, and most trips go north or west from there: to Franciscan Health Olympia Fields on Crawford Avenue, to Advocate South Suburban on Kedzie in Hazel Crest, to Ingalls in Flossmoor for imaging and therapy, or to a dialysis unit on a Monday-Wednesday-Friday or Tuesday-Thursday-Saturday rotation. We keep repeat riders on standing orders so nobody has to call three times a week to rebook. Walking riders ride ambulatory, wheelchair users keep their own chair in a ramp or lift van, and anyone who needs to be lifted rides on a stretcher with two crew members. Families can book for a parent and get the confirmation by text or email. Reach dispatch at (708) 505-6994 or book online.
✓Private pay — no broker authorization needed
✓Upfront pricing before every trip
✓Same-day dispatch available
✓Standing orders for recurring trips
✓ADA-compliant vehicles with Q-Straint securement
✓Door-through-door service standard
✓Background-checked, certified drivers
✓Medicaid accepted in select service areas — call to check
How Does Dream Care Rides Compare to Other NEMT Providers in South Chicago Heights?
| Feature | Dream Care Rides | Typical Chicago NEMT | Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dispatches from | Olympia Fields (10 min from South Chicago Heights) | Chicago (25-45 min away) | Nearest available driver |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes — hydraulic lifts, Q-Straint securement | Varies by company | No |
| Stretcher transport | Yes — for patients who cannot sit | Some companies | No |
| Driver training | CPR-certified, patient assist, background-checked | Varies | Basic background check only |
| Upfront pricing | Yes — exact price before booking | Sometimes | Surge pricing possible |
| Standing orders | Yes — recurring dialysis, chemo, PT | Some companies | No |
| Door-through-door | Yes — driver assists to facility entrance | Curb-to-curb typical | Curb-to-curb only |
| Medicaid accepted | Select service areas — call to check | Often broker-dependent | Limited programs |
| Same-day available | Yes for ambulatory and wheelchair | Usually 24-48 hr notice | Yes |
| Hospital coordination | Driver checks in with discharge desk | Drop-off only | Drop-off only |
How Do I Book NEMT in South Chicago Heights?
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Call or Book Online
Reach our dispatch team at (708) 505-6994 or schedule instantly at dreamcarerides.com/booking. Available 7 days a week.
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Share Trip Details
Tell us your South Chicago Heights pickup address, destination, and whether you need ambulatory, wheelchair, or stretcher transport.
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Get Upfront Pricing
Receive your exact fare before confirming — no hidden fees, no surge pricing, no surprises.
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Driver Arrives On Time
Your CPR-certified driver arrives at your door with the right vehicle and assists you safely to your appointment.
What Other Areas Near South Chicago Heights Does Dream Care Rides Serve?
In addition to South Chicago Heights, IL, Dream Care Rides provides medical transportation to and from these nearby communities. Our drivers serve the entire Cook County region and know the roads, hospitals, and clinics in every neighborhood.
StegerPark ForestGlenwoodCreteSauk VillageOlympia FieldsFlossmoor
What Resources Are Available for NEMT Passengers?
Common Questions About NEMT in South Chicago Heights, IL
How is a ride from South Chicago Heights priced?+
Each one-way leg is priced on its own, and a round trip is two legs. The starting rates: ambulatory $50–$60 base plus $3.00 per mile after the first 3 miles; wheelchair $60–$70 base + mileage; stretcher $350–$400 base plus $6.00 per mile after the first 5 miles. Ambulatory and wheelchair round trips take 10% off the return leg's base and mileage. From South Chicago Heights to Olympia Fields the mileage is small, and your total shows before you book.
Can I get a standing order from South Chicago Heights for dialysis?+
That is the most common way South Chicago Heights riders use us. Give us the days, your chair time and how long treatment runs. We put every pickup and return on the schedule, text a reminder the day before, and only need a call from you when the clinic moves your time.
Do you provide wheelchair vans and stretcher rides in South Chicago Heights?+
Both. A wheelchair rider stays seated in their own chair, secured in a ramp or lift van. A rider who is bed-bound, needs lift assist or a two-person transfer rides on a stretcher with a two-person crew. Oxygen, stair chair and bariatric needs are added when you book from South Chicago Heights.
Who drives South Chicago Heights patients home from the hospital?+
We handle discharges from Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, Advocate South Suburban and Ingalls every week. Share the unit and a discharge window; we check with the desk and send the right vehicle. For a same-day discharge, call (708) 505-6994 and we will tell you honestly when the next driver is free.
Is Medicaid accepted for rides from South Chicago Heights?+
Most trips are private pay, with the price shown before you book, and facilities can book and pay for a patient's ride. South Chicago Heights is near our Olympia Fields base, so some trips may qualify depending on the exact pickup address. Medicaid accepted in select service areas — call (708) 505-6994 to check availability.
Can a child from South Chicago Heights ride to an appointment?+
Riders under 18 must have a parent or guardian in the vehicle for the whole trip; we do not transport children alone. With a guardian along, a South Chicago Heights child can ride to a specialist, therapy or a hospital follow-up like any other rider, including wheelchair rides.
Ready to Book Your Ride in South Chicago Heights?
Call now or book online. Upfront pricing, no hidden fees, no broker authorization needed.
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About the Author
Founder & CEO, Dream Care Rides
Otse founded Dream Care Rides to provide safe, dignified medical transportation for patients across Chicago and the south suburbs. Based in Olympia Fields, IL, Dream Care Rides operates a fleet of ADA-compliant vehicles serving 80+ communities across Illinois and Indiana.
20000 Governors Dr Suite 103H, Olympia Fields, IL 60461 NPI #1033989991 Licensed & Insured 5.0 Google Rating
Published: March 24, 2026
Last updated: Sep 28, 2026