Health & Fitness
Volunteer to Give a Cancer Patient a Ride to Lifesaving Treatment
The American Cancer Society Road to Recovery program needs volunteer drivers to help patients who don't have a way to get to treatment
Transportation is key to cancer care. To volunteer, go to: www.cancer.org/drive or call 1-800-227- 2345.
Why is this important?
Even the best treatment can’t work if a patient can’t get there. That’s why a successful transportation assistance program can be a tremendous, potentially life-saving asset to your community.
To volunteer, what do you need?
If you own or have regular access to a safe, reliable vehicle, then you’re already on the road to volunteering. But you’ll also need:
- Between the ages of 18 and 84.
- Valid driver’s license and adequate automobile insurance.
- Access to a safe and reliable vehicle.
- Pass background check and motor vehicle records checks.
- Comfortable using technology with reliable internet access.
- Complete required training and follow through on ride commitments.
- Appreciation and respect for diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and cultures of patients, caregivers, volunteers, and staff.
- Must certify completion of COVID-19 vaccination series at least 14 days prior to participating in the program and agree to stay up to date with vaccination series, including all recommended vaccine boosters.
