Veterans Programs
The following transportation programs are available to qualifying veterans to/from local VA medical centers. To obtain the most up-to-date information, click the program name to link to the program’s website or connect via the contact information listed.
VetRide – Veterans Transportation Service (VTS)
Veterans who are eligible for VA health care benefits and have a VA-authorized appointment are automatically eligible for transportation through the Veterans Transportation Service (VTS). VTS provides free transportation services for qualifying veterans to and/or from participating VA medical centers in a multi-passenger van. Rides must be requested at least 7-10 business days before the appointment. Veterans are advised to have a backup plan since rides are not guaranteed as rides scheduled are based on driver availability.
Visit www.vetride.va.gov or contact the following VA systems for detail information and on scheduling a ride.
SF VA Healthcare System
Randy Buckley 415-221-4810 x24745, randy.buckley1@va.gov
Gladys Jefferson 415-221-4810 x22789, gladys.jefferson@va.gov
VA Palo Alto Healthcare System
VTS Dispatcher 650-496-2542, VTSPaloAlto@va.gov
VA Travel Pay Reimbursement
This program helps pay for transit and transportation for healthcare. For more information, call 855-574-7292 Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
DAV operates a fleet of vehicles around the country to provide free transportation to VA medical facilities for injured and ill veterans. The vans are driven by volunteers, and the rides are coordinated by the local Hospital Service Coordinators. You must first join as a DAV member to receive the benefits. Visit www.dav.org on how to join or contact the following local Hospital Service Coordinators.
415-379-5612 SF VA Health - DAV Hospital Service Coordinator
831-884-1156 Palo Alto VA Health - DAV Hospital Service
