Mobility is a right, not a privilege
Volunteer Driver Programs
Neighbors driving neighbors: reliable rides and real connection that help older veterans and seniors across Northern Virginia stay independent at home.
Stop 01 · Community Programs
Veterans Connect
Veterans Connect supports older veterans in Northern Virginia by helping them remain independent at home through reliable transportation and community connection. In partnership with NV Rides and local nonprofits, we recruit volunteer drivers, both veterans and community members, who use their own vehicles to provide safe, dependable rides.
Whether traveling to medical appointments, grocery stores, or community services, these trips are more than just a ride. They create opportunities for conversation, reduce isolation, and help veterans stay connected to the people and resources they rely on.
We proudly collaborate with organizations such as Volunteer Prince William's V.E.T.S. program, Loudoun Volunteer Caregivers, the Shepherd's Center Fairfax Burke/South County, and Cook for Vets to ensure no veteran is left without support.
“This transportation has been a godsend. I’m a disabled vet who is also blind. I don’t have anyone to ask for rides to my medical appointments including dialysis that I need 3x a week so thank you so much for this service. It’s been a blessing and means more than you can imagine!”
Stop 02 · Community Programs
Neighbors Connect
Neighbors Connect helps older adults remain active and independent by connecting them with caring volunteer drivers throughout Northern Virginia. Working in partnership with NV Rides and local transportation providers, we recruit bilingual volunteer drivers who use their own vehicles to provide safe, reliable transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, social activities, and other essential destinations. Beyond transportation, the program fosters meaningful connections that strengthen communities and reduce social isolation.
We proudly partner with organizations such as Loudoun Volunteer Caregivers (LVC) and Shepherd's Center Fairfax-Burke (SCFB) to connect older adults with transportation resources that help them continue living independently.
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Stop 03 · Community Programs
Looking for a Ride?
If you or someone you know needs a ride, our partner network at NV Rides can help connect you with a volunteer driver program near you.
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Where to next?
- VolunteerPut your own vehicle to work for a neighbor. Choose a program below and sign up to start driving.
- Venture OutLifelines and connection, from the crisis of social isolation to the solution of community-driven mobility.
- NOVA Food for AllA DATA Mobility Partners program that recruits volunteer drivers to deliver food to seniors and veterans facing food insecurity across Northern Virginia.