State Sen. Carolyn Comitta's office recently helped 284 local senior citizens apply for SEPTA Senior Key Cards at an event at the Chester County Library in Exton.

Through the SEPTA Senior Fare program, seniors age 65 and older may ride the SEPTA transit and regional rail system for free within Pennsylvania. People using a senior card for trains to and from New Jersey and Delaware are charged at half fare.

The event also connected residents with other state resources and programs that provide help.

Seniors who were unable to attend but are interested in applying for a free card or renewing their existing one can contact Comitta's office at 610-692-2112 or http://www.pasenatorcomitta.com/contact. Appointments are available at Comitta's West Chester district office or at one of eight monthly outreach office locations.