Volunteer Transportation Helps Veterans Get Around

For Immediate Release: Thursday, April 14, 2011

Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services (DAVS) has recently teamed up with Ride Connection to address the unique transportation needs of veterans who live in Washington County and don't have the ability to get to essential appointments.DAVS and Ride Connection are seeking volunteer drivers who are veterans with a desire to serve their community.

"This program is all about veterans serving veterans," says Jeff Hill, DAVS Division Manager.  This opportunity can mean the world to our veterans because it allows them the independence and freedom to get to crucial appointments."

The volunteer transportation program helps buffer the loss of independence by providing a no-charge, personalized transportation service to veterans who can no longer drive or use public transportation.

Volunteer drivers will use their own car or a Ride Connection vehicle to pick up a participating veteran from their home and take them to essential appointments. The trips may include visits to their doctor or dentist or grocery shopping.  In many cases, the only time these veterans get out of their home is with the assistance of dedicated volunteer drivers.

If you are interested in volunteering as a driver, please call 503.528.1738 for an application and identify yourself as a veteran volunteer driver.

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