The Syracuse VA Medical Hospital needs your help. They’re in dire need of volunteer drivers for its Disabled American Veterans Transport Service. The shuttle service takes veterans to and from their appointments who aren’t able to drive.
It was just a little over three years ago when the Syracuse DAV’s shuttle service had 260 drivers. But now, the number of drivers has been cut in half and they need the public’s help.
Right now, Syracuse VA Medical Hospital’s shuttle service for Disabled Veterans only has 123 drivers. It may sound like a lot, but the DAV says it’s not.
The 42 vans, serve thousands of veterans in 14 different counties, making it hard to keep up. The lack of drivers has led to the DAV having to cut down on its transportation, only operating four days a week, instead of five. The shuttle service is no longer able to take veterans to their appointments on Fridays because of the shortage.
Raymond Adams is one of the 123 drivers who dedicates his free time to picking up and dropping off veterans who can’t get to their appointments.
“I drive for the Mohawk Valley and I generally drive one day a week but some weeks it’s two,” said Adams.
