Services

Do you need a ride?

Our volunteers provide free transportation for qualifying adults to medical & dental appointments or errands like pharmacies and grocery stores. This transportation support allows our clients to stay in their homes and live independently with dignity!

HOW OUR SERVICE WORKS

Older adults (50+) living in McLean, Arlington, or Falls Church may request services
Applicants are screened by our volunteers, then registered as new clients once accepted
Clients can email or call in their ride or handy helper requests, providing necessary details (provider name, address, timing, etc)
Rides can be one-way or round-trip
Once posted, open requests are viewed by background-checked volunteers
Clients are notified when their rides are accepted
The ride-service is free, but clients are responsible for out-of-pocket fees such as parking

New Client Intake Form

Name*
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Are You Filling This Out for Another Person?*
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Name (If Filling Out on Behalf of Somebody Else):
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Email:
Phone Number (of Potential Client):*
What is your primary interest?
New Client Requirements - I Acknowledge*
SCMAFC will accept new clients only after an evaluation confirming: residency in our area, age 50 or over, independent communication skills, services needed are health-related or for grocery or handy helper
- Yes, I acknowledge there is a screening process
- I have more questions
Questions or Comments?
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Client Testimonials

Liz McRaney

Liz McRaney, 73, lives in Falls Church. She deals with some health issues, uses a cane and hasn’t driven in years. She tried public transportation, but service was spotty. Now the Shepherd’s Center takes her where she needs to go.

“They’re very caring and compassionate,” she says. “They’re my friends — I went out to lunch with a new driver. It’s a faith-based service they’re performing.” – Liz McRaney

Other Testimonials

“What a wonderful service you all provide and it meant so much to us. After Mom’s last accident when she decided to give up driving, it was a relief to her to find a reliable, compassionate and free service. And what a relief to me as well since I live out of town and can’t always be there to drive her. You are a blessing to the community. God bless you and keep up the good work.” – daughter of a client

“Thanks so much to Robyn and her charming son for helping me over the two-day doctors care for my cataract surgery. I am inspired. I am so appreciative of what the Shepherd’s Center has done for me.” – former client

“It took a long time but I finally won with the hearing aid company. Thank you.” – former client