Volunteer Driver Programs

Volunteer Driver Programs

Region 10 offers also other ways to travel beyond public transit services. One of the available options are Volunteer Driver Programs (VDP) which are community-based transportation services where volunteers use their own vehicles or program-provided vehicles to help individuals who have difficulty accessing transportation. These programs typically serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, low-income residents, or those living in rural areas with limited public transit options.

Currently, in Region 10 there are 2 senior communities offering organized volunteer driver services. These services are not open to the public. Person has to become a member of a such community to be given a ride by a volunteer driver.

Cville Village

Cville Village (CV) is a local non-profit organization which was formed to respond to the changing needs of elders, to support them in their homes, and to value their contributions. It’s purpose is to create and sustain a network of “neighbors helping neighbors.”.

One of the core activities (among many other) of CV is a Volunteer Driver Program offered to its members. In order to receive the rides person has to become a CV member.

  • Eligibility: adults 55 + years of age
  • Service area: people living in The City of Charlottesville + 1 mile from the City limits
  • Membership allows the member to request up to 3 rides (or other requests) per week

Cost: $150/year

More information: www.cvillevillage.org

 Here to Stay Wintergreen

Here to Stay Wintergreen (HSW) is an organization very similar to Cville Village. Besides the assistance in daily chores, technical problems at home, socializing and other services,  HSW volunteers offer transportation help to the members allowing them to stay mobile and active. HSW owns also a small buss acquired with the help of PATH and Jaunt, which allows HSW to use it to meet transportation needs of its members.

  • Eligibility: no minimum age required
  • Service area: people living in Wintergreen Mountain and Stoney Creek, Nellysford area

Cost: $120/year

More information: www.heretostaywtg.org