TRANSPORTATION
We’re committed to making transportation easy, accessible, and reliable so that all our members can take full advantage of what VRC has to offer.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
The Vision Resource Center offers safe and reliable transportation to help our members stay connected and participate in VRC programs, activities, and events. Transportation is available for one-way or round-trip rides, based on availability and each member’s VRC Connection.
VRC Angels, VRC Friends, and VRC Participants have access to VRC transportation according to the rates and benefits associated with their VRC Connection.
Our fleet includes a 15-passenger bus and a 5-passenger van. Transportation is provided by designated VRC drivers, with additional trained staff available to assist with driving when needed.
Transportation for VRC Programs & Activities
Members who need transportation for a VRC program, activity, or event must request it when signing up and at least three business days before the activity, unless an earlier registration deadline is provided. Transportation is not guaranteed until confirmed by VRC staff.
For scheduled VRC activities and events, pickups typically begin approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes before the program start time. Members will receive a confirmation call in advance and another phone call approximately 15 minutes before the driver arrives on the day of the activity.
Members should be ready for pickup when the driver arrives. Pickup times may vary depending on the number of riders, pickup locations, traffic, and the transportation route for that day.
Medical Appointment & Grocery Store
TransportationTransportation requests for medical appointments and grocery store visits are available to VRC Friends and VRC Angels only. Each VRC Connection is responsible for the transportation fees associated with its respective benefits.
Members are encouraged to request transportation as soon as they know the date of their medical appointment or planned grocery store visit. Requests may be submitted up to one week before the requested transportation date. Medical appointment and grocery store transportation is based on driver and vehicle availability and must work around the VRC program schedule. Scheduled VRC programs, activities, and events take priority for VRC Friends. VRC Angels receive priority consideration for individual medical appointment and grocery store transportation requests as part of their VRC Angel benefits.
Submitting a transportation request does not guarantee a ride. A ride is considered scheduled only after VRC staff has reviewed the request and provided confirmation.
All transportation services are subject to availability, VRC service-area guidelines, scheduling requirements, and current VRC transportation policies.
