DAV Volunteer Transportation Network - VA San Francisco Health Care System

01/06/2025

The DAV Volunteer Transportation Network (“DAV VTN”) will soon launch in Sonoma County. This critical program will provide free transportation for eligible ambulatory veterans to and from their VA-scheduled medical appointments. The impact of this service on the lives of veterans who struggle to access the healthcare they need and deserve cannot be overstated. Many veterans in our community face significant barriers to getting to their medical appointments, and this program is a lifeline for them.

DAV works with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare system to help veterans overcome transportation barriers to treatment, especially those who are visually impaired, elderly, or disabled and those living in highly rural areas who have no other means of transportation.

We are counting on our community members to help make this program successful.

Ready to make a difference? By joining the VTN, you’ll play a vital role in helping veterans get the care they deserve. Whether you have a few hours a week or a month, every bit counts in getting the program rolling.

We’re excited to announce that the Transportation Coordinator has been hired. But to make this program successful, we need more than just drivers—we need help with outreach, too. If you can’t drive, you can still get involved by volunteering as a coordinator to help manage driver schedules or joining the outreach crew to help spread the word about this life-saving program.

Go to DAV Chapter 48's website to start your volunteer application package, get direct contact information for the Transportation Coordinator, or visit the Santa Rosa VA Healthcare clinic (South Campus) at 2285 Challenger Way, Santa Rosa, CA, Phone: 707-569-2300 to speak with the CDCE liaison or the Transportation Coordinator.

https://dav48sonoma.org/

12/24/2024

Today, I call upon you to serve a noble cause. One that honors the courage and sacrifices of those who have worn the uniform of our country. The DAV needs volunteer drivers who can help transport these brave men and women to medical appointments and support services.

Your time, your efforts, and your dedication can make a life- changing difference. You can help ensure our veterans of Sonoma County, who have given so much for our freedom, receive the care they deserve. Every mile you drive is a step toward showing our gratitude for their service and sacrifice.

This is not merely a request; it is a call of duty. Let us come together, united as one nation, and give back to those who have given everything. Your selflessness will honor them and strengthen the soul of our great community.

Go to, dav48sonoma.org/dav-transportation-network-volunteer/ or call 707-228-5808 today.

12/23/2024

We are seeking compassionate volunteers to help veterans in Sonoma County get to their VA appointments. Your time and support will make a significant difference in the lives of those who have served our country. As a volunteer driver, you’ll provide transportation to and from local VA clinics, ensuring veterans receive the care they deserve.

Whether you can help one day a week or one day a month, your assistance is invaluable. Volunteers will receive full support and training. If you’re ready to make an impact and support our local heroes, please sign up today!

For more information or to get involved, contact our Volunteer Transportation Coordinator at 707-228-5808 or go to, dav48sonoma.org/dav-transportation-network-volunteer/

12/20/2024

At the DAV, we are dedicated to ensuring our veterans receive the help they deserve. Many of our local vets face transportation challenges that prevent them from getting to crucial medical appointments. That’s where YOU come in.

We’re seeking selfless volunteers to help provide rides for veterans to and from their healthcare appointments. Your time and support can make a significant difference in their lives, offering more than just a ride- it’s about showing appreciation for their service and ensuring they get the care they need.

To learn more and sign up to volunteer, visit dav48sonoma.org/dav-transportation-network-volunteer/

12/17/2024

https://dav48sonoma.org/volunteer-outreach/

We need volunteers!

DAV Chapter 48 is preparing to launch the DAV Volunteer Transportation Network in Sonoma County, a vital program that will provide free transportation for veterans to their VA-scheduled medical appointments. To make this program successful, we need the community's help to recruit volunteer drivers a...

11/17/2024

Answer the Call 📞 Become a Volunteer Driver for Veterans.

Imagine being the reason a veteran gets the care they need. The DAV Volunteer Transportation Network (VTN) is recruiting volunteer drivers to provide free rides for veterans to their VA-scheduled medical appointments. With just a few hours of your time each week or month, you can make a life-changing difference for those who served our country.

🚗 Watch this video to see how you can answer the call! We’re looking for passionate individuals in Sonoma County to join our team of dedicated volunteers. It’s simple: you drive, they heal.

💻 Learn more and sign up to volunteer today at https://dav48sonoma.org/transportation/
Let us know if you have any questions or need help getting started.

Together, we can make a real difference!

DAV CA Chapter 48 Sonoma Music by Bensound “Inspire”.

11/17/2024

We’re gearing up to provide free rides for eligible local veterans to their VA-scheduled medical appointments through the Sonoma County DAV Volunteer Transportation Network (VTN). This vital program ensures that ambulatory veterans who have no other means of transportation can access the care they need. But here’s the catch: we can’t start driving until enough volunteer drivers are on board!

Ready to make a difference? By joining the VTN, you’ll play a vital role in helping veterans get the care they deserve. Whether you have a few hours a week or a month, every bit counts in getting the program rolling.

We’re excited to announce that our Transportation Coordinator has been hired and is currently in training. But to make this program successful, we need more than just drivers—we need help with outreach, too. If you can’t drive, you can still get involved by volunteering as a coordinator to help manage driver schedules or joining the outreach crew to help spread the word about this life-saving program.

A Call to All Veterans

We know many veterans belong to multiple organizations, such as other Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs), churches, Rotary Clubs, Lions Clubs, Kiwanis, Elks Lodge, Moose Lodge, Knights of Columbus, and many other community organizations. We ask you to share this program with every group you’re part of to help us expand our reach and build a strong team of drivers and supporters. We would be very grateful for those who can help arrange a meeting for the Transportation Coordinator to meet with your organization as a group speaker.

Fundraising for VTN Vehicles

DAV Chapter 48 continues to fundraise to purchase more VTN vehicles for the program to donate to the VA specifically for this program. The more vehicles and drivers we have, the more veterans we can help. Our ideal vehicle for this program is the Ford Edge. VTN vehicles are exclusively Ford models due to the longstanding relationship between Ford and DAV.

This partnership began in 1922 when Henry Ford organized a cross-country caravan of 50 Model T vehicles to transport disabled veterans to the DAV national convention in San Francisco. Ford’s commitment to supporting disabled veterans laid the foundation for a nearly century-long collaboration, during which Ford has consistently provided vehicles to DAV’s programs, including the VTN. Today, this enduring partnership ensures veterans access to reliable transportation and the care they need. Click Here For Article https://www.fordphilanthropy.org/ford-philanthropy-driving-progress-through-longstanding-partnerships

If your organization—or any group you’re part of—is interested in donating a brand-new Ford vehicle to the VA for the VTN program, please contact us for more details!

Together, we can honor this legacy and ensure Sonoma County veterans get the care they need.

Are you interested in helping? You can learn more by visiting our website and letting us know you are interested. Then, please email or leave us a message, and Chapter 48 will forward your inquiry to the new Transportation Coordinator to set up an appointment with you. We will also let you know on our website when the new Transportation Coordinator is set up with their direct lines of communication (email/phone) so you can contact him directly.

Outreach Materials are available on our website and in print! Download a new 8.5 x 11 flyer, save shareable images, or connect with our social media accounts for free sharing. Printed materials are also available upon request to help spread the word.

👉 Visit https://dav48sonoma.org/transportation/ or contact us at 707-595-0324 or [email protected] to get involved. DAV CA Chapter 48 Sonoma

11/13/2024

The day before Veterans Day is known as . Forget-Me-Nots serve as a symbol that honors and remembers a veteran’s sacrifice, ensuring that they’re not forgotten. They are a visual reminder of the importance of recognizing and assisting veterans who may have been wounded or disabled during their service.

11/13/2024

🎶What are we driving? 🎶
We’re getting ready to drive heroes 💙🚙 to their VA scheduled medical appointments—but first we need YOU to join the team! 👬👭👫🧑‍🤝‍🧑The Sonoma County DAV Volunteer Transportation Network (VTN) is gearing up to provide FREE rides for our local veterans, making sure they get to their VA scheduled appointments. But here is the catch: we can’t start driving until we have enough volunteer drivers on board!

Ready to make a difference? By joining the VTN, you’ll play a vital role in helping our veterans access the care they deserve. Whether you have a few hours a week or a month, every bit counts in getting the program rolling.

Sign up today to be one of the first to drive for Sonoma County DAV VTN—and help us make this program a success from day one! 🚙💨

https://dav48sonoma.org/dav-transportation-network-volunteer/

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11/08/2024

On Veterans Day, we honor and express our deepest gratitude to those who have served in our Armed Forces. To every veteran, we salute you for your courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to protecting our freedoms. Thank you for your service.

As John F. Kennedy said, 'As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them.'"

11/08/2024

Its a beautiful service to drive veterans to their VA medical appointments! Visit our website to download the application package to become a DAV VTN Volunteer Driver. https://dav48sonoma.org/transportation/

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