Based on Governor Northam’s Declared State of Emergency due to COVID-19, VVFS offices will be operating at a reduced capacity until further notice. All DVS Virginia Veteran and Family Support Program office sites are closed to in-person assistance. Operations ARE CONTINUING via phone and email. If as a veteran, you or your family has a need which requires a face-to-face meeting In an urgent or emergency situation, please advise when you speak with the Regional Director or Resource Specialist at time of initial contact. Please contact 1-877-285-1299 and your call will be routed to the appropriate region for assistance. Please be sure to state your name, a return phone number, and your location clearly.
Transportation
This page provides links to Transportation to VA facilities and other community based services.
State Resources
- DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Transportation Network provides free rides to and from most VA facilities. For a list of local DAV Hospital Service Transportation Coordinators, go to. http://www.dav.org/volunteers/documents/HSCDirectory.pdf
- Public Transportation Directory provides information on local public transportation systems in Virginia. http://www.publictransportation.org/tools/local/Pages/Virginia.aspx
National Resources
- US Department of Veterans Affairs provides a mileage allowance and in some cases special mode transportation to eligible veterans.
- http://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/314
- 1-877-222-8387or contact the Transportation Coordinator at your local VA facility.
