Services

If you not an existing client of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond and are in need of transportation, please be aware that:
– we are unable to provide next-day, on-demand rides,
– an application must be on file to request a ride,
– rides need to be arranged one to two weeks in advance.
See below for additional information about our transportation service,
Alternate transportation resources are listed here.

Transportation
Round-trip transportation to medical appointments and grocery stores is provided by Shepherd’s Center volunteer drivers. They pick up clients from their home, take them to their destination, wait for them, and then return them home again. This gives clients personalized attention and door-to-door assistance. There is no cost for our service, but donations in any amount are welcomed. We are unable to provide rides to other destinations or for other purposes.

To Be a Client, You Must Be:

• 60 years of age or older.
• Reside in one of these zip codes: 23059, 23060, 23219, 23220, 23221, 23225, 23226, 23227, 23228, 23229, 23230, 23233, 23235, 23236, 23238 or 23294. These are areas where we have volunteer drivers.
• Be able to walk independently. We can accommodate persons using canes or walkers.
• Live in your own home or apartment. Residents of senior living communities may or may not be accepted depending on whether that facility provides transportation.
• We are unable to transport persons using wheelchairs, transport chairs, or individuals with serious cognitive impairment.

To Become a Client

• request an application: call (804) 355-7282
• Complete and return the application – applications must be on file to request a ride.
• Request your ride one week before your appointment.
• Rides to medical appointments are available once a week
• Rides are available from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday – Friday
  • Rides to grocery stores can be scheduled once every other week.
  • We are unable to schedule both services in the same week.

If You Have Other Questions
Please call The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond at 804-355-7282.