Community in Motion

06/17/2026

We’re excited to share that America’s Volunteer Driver Center (AVDC) has officially launched its nationwide public information campaign to recruit volunteer drivers!

Beginning today, individuals interested in volunteering can visit the AVDC website to sign up and connect with participating nonprofit and government-affiliated transportation programs in their communities.

Community in Motion is proud to be part of this national network. Through AVDC, prospective volunteers in our area will be able to discover our Volunteers in Motion program and explore meaningful ways to support older adults and people with mobility challenges.

Volunteer drivers play a vital role in helping community members stay connected to healthcare, essential services, and everyday life. We’re grateful to be included in this effort to expand volunteer transportation nationwide.

We look forward to welcoming new volunteers and will continue to share updates as this initiative grows.

If you have questions about volunteering with Community in Motion, we’re always happy to connect.

VIM: https://communityinmotion.org/services/volunteers-in-motion
AVDC: https://americasvolunteerdrivercenter.org/

America's Volunteer Driver Center Launches Today!

Every day, millions of older Americans across the country are stranded without transportation, while countless people who would gladly help remain unaware of their need.
America’s Volunteer Driver Center (AVDC) was created to bridge this gap.

After more than two years of planning, ITNAmerica is proud to announce AVDC’s national campaign launch to recruit 150,000 volunteer drivers. AVDC will introduce people who are interested in volunteering to drive to nonprofit transportation providers nationwide, and millions of people, especially in rural and suburban communities, will have access to friendly, local rides.

It’s a simple idea whose time has come. America’s Volunteer Driver Center will do for nonprofit transportation what the Red Cross has done for volunteer blood donation.

Learn more about volunteering to drive here:

https://americasvolunteerdrivercenter.org/get-involved/volunteer

06/15/2026

📣 Agency Closure Notice 📣

In observance of Juneteenth, Community in Motion will be closed on Friday, June 19. We will resume normal operations on Monday, June 22.

Juneteenth is a day to honor and reflect on the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans and the ongoing journey toward freedom and equality.

📞 Phone Hours for Requesting and Scheduling Transportation:

🚐Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT):
Services are available to residents of Clark, Cowlitz, Klickitat, Skamania, and Wahkiakum counties who are covered by Washington State Medicaid (Apple Health).

🕗Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📞 Call: 360-694-9997
🌐More info: [https://communityinmotion.org/services/non-emergency-medical-transportation]

🚗Specialty Transportation Programs - Employment Transportation, North County Shuttle Service, Reserve-a-Ride, the Trip Resource Center and Volunteers in Motion:

🕗Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📞 Call: 360-735-3680
🌐More info: [https://communityinmotion.org/services]

Please plan ahead. We’re here to help you get where you need to go! 🚗 Rides can be scheduled for June 19.

We encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect and celebrate the significance of this day.

06/12/2026

The WA Cares Fund covers a wide range of long-term care services and supports to help you age independently. Covered services include transportation and much more!

To qualify for these covered services, you must have contributed to the WA Cares Fund for a required number of years and need a certain amount of assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).

Learn more!
What workers need to know: https://youtu.be/qnBJRzO6ntM?si=pnoGuFreNLCp_Zov
How it works: https://wacaresfund.wa.gov/how-it-works
How to apply: https://wacaresfund.wa.gov/apply
Benefits guide: https://wacaresfund.wa.gov/benefits

This month’s featured service is transportation.
Transportation services help with transportation to and from the grocery store, medical appointments, social services and therapeutic recreational activities.
Learn more about our covered services and supports by visiting https://bit.ly/43RilUi

06/11/2026

🚌🎉 June is . Let's ride, Washington! Because there's never been a better time to give transit a try!

Get There Southwest Washington and CTRAN are celebrating with the Ride Transit Month Challenge! Sign up and log your trips for a chance to win a raffle prize. You'll earn one raffle entry for every trip you log, which means the more you ride, the more chances you have to win!

Riding transit offers an opportunity to slow down and leave the stress of traffic behind. Enjoy a different rhythm that gives you time to relax, reflect, and simply enjoy the journey.

🚍 Take the Ride Transit Month Challenge.
📱 Log your trips and earn raffle entries.
🤝 Discover a new, stress-free way to travel.

Learn more about Ride Transit Month: https://transportationchoices.org/ride-transit-month/

Sign up and start logging your trips: https://getthere.rideamigos.com/ #/

June is Ride Transit Month, and our pals at Get There Southwest Washington are helping us celebrate with the Ride Transit Month Challenge! Sign up and log your trips for a chance to win a raffle prize. You’ll earn one raffle entry for each trip you log, meaning more chances to win the more you ride.

Get started at https://getthere.rideamigos.com/s/2026-sw-wa-ride-transit-month

06/10/2026

🎉 Join us at the Juneteenth Freedom Celebration! 🎉

Community in Motion is honored to once again participate in Vancouver's Juneteenth Freedom Celebration at Esther Short Park.

President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, but freedom did not immediately reach everyone it promised to free. In Confederate-held territories, slavery continued as the Civil War raged on. It was not until June 19, 1865, more than two years later, that Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce and enforce emancipation in the last Confederate state where slavery remained largely unchecked. While Texas was not the final state in the nation to end slavery, this moment became a powerful symbol of freedom delayed and freedom realized.

The following year, newly freed Black Texans organized the first annual observance of the occasion, often called "Jubilee Day," laying the foundation for what we now celebrate as Juneteenth.

By reflecting on this history and the enduring legacy of slavery, we deepen our understanding of our nation's past and present while strengthening our commitment to a more just and equitable future.

Juneteenth is also a fun and vibrant celebration of Black history, culture, resilience, achievements, and the many ways Black Americans have shaped and strengthened our communities and country.

Join us for a day of live entertainment, local vendors, cultural experiences, family activities, and opportunities to connect with neighbors and community organizations.

📍 Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St, Vancouver, WA 98660
📅 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Be sure to stop by the Community in Motion booth to say hello, learn more about our transportation programs and volunteer opportunities, and celebrate with us. We look forward to seeing you there!

05/28/2026

We had such a great time at the very first Silver Trails outing at Orchards Community Park! 🌿👟

It was a beautiful day filled with fresh air, towering Douglas-fir, great conversation, and community connection. One of the highlights was discovering the hidden RC car racetrack tucked into the woods, built by local community members!

We’re grateful to partner with Parks Foundation and Vancouver Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to help create opportunities for older adults to get outside, stay active, explore local parks, and connect with others in the community.

We’re already looking forward to next month’s walk along the Renaissance Trail! 🌳

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the first Silver Trails outing such a success.

05/22/2026

🎉🚐 Community in Motion is excited to share that information about our transportation services will be available at the “Get to Know Washougal” community booth during the Washougal Community Market this summer!

The Washougal Community Market returns for its second season beginning Friday, June 5 at Reflection Plaza (1703 Main Street) in downtown Washougal. The market will take place every Friday through July 31 from 2–6 p.m. and features local vendors, live music, community organizations, family-friendly activities, fresh produce, baked goods, plants, handmade goods, and much more.

Be sure to stop by the community booth to learn more about local resources and transportation options available through Community in Motion while enjoying this wonderful community event.

We love seeing events like this bring people together, support local businesses, and strengthen community connections! 💙

05/22/2026

🚶🚲🌱 Community feedback helps create safer, stronger, and more connected transportation systems for everyone.

At the recent 192nd Avenue Project open house, community members shared valuable input on how people travel the corridor, roundabout central island design, and preferences for walking, biking, rolling, and crossing improvements along the corridor.

If you missed the open house, there’s still time to participate! The online comment card is open through May 31, and feedback will go directly to the project team to help shape the final design ahead of the final open house in fall 2026.

We encourage community members to share their thoughts and help shape the future of this important corridor: beheardvancouver.org/192nd

05/22/2026

🌎🎉 Community in Motion is excited to participate in the Multicultural Resource Fair & Pop-Up Play event on Saturday, May 30, 2026!

Join us from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Hudson’s Bay High School, located at 1601 E. McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver, WA 98663. Parking is free.

This fun, family-friendly, and free event will feature activities, entertainment, food, and opportunities to connect with organizations serving our diverse community. Community in Motion will be there sharing information about our transportation programs and services that help keep people connected to the places and resources they need.

We’re looking forward to connecting with community members and partnering organizations throughout the day. Be sure to stop by and say hello! 🚐💙

More info:
https://www.lcrgwa.org/fair
https://columbiaplayproject.org/events