Seeking volunteer drivers to "open doors" for local seniors

Shoreline and surrounding areas are in need of volunteer drivers to support Senior Services’ Volunteer Transportation Program. Many local seniors depend on this valuable service to access important medical care.

Volunteer drivers provide an essential service to elderly residents of our community and also foster meaningful connections with the older adults they serve. This FLEXIBLE volunteer opportunity allows drivers to provide a personalized touch in driving seniors “door to door”-- from their home to appointments.

80-year-old Mary, a regular client of Volunteer Transportation, often tells others that she would be “lost” without the program. She is quick to add how much she appreciates being escorted to appointments by friendly drivers, many of whom are like “old friends” to her. Recently, she recounted with a chuckle, “One particular driver always asks me if he’s ‘color-coordinated’ as he carries my bright pink purse and opens the car door for me.”

“Opening doors” is an apt metaphor for this program. We are looking for compassionate volunteers from all walks of life to reach out and drive someone (pink purses and color coordination are not required!). For more information, contact Hilary at 206-748-7588 or visit the webpage