Transportation Resources

TOPS Program

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/transportation/tops

TOPS provides subsidized transportation funds on an easy-to-use debit card for eligible older adults, persons with disabilities, and those with limited income who are residents of Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax, or the City of Falls Church. Program participants are eligible for two subsidies per year (one subsidy every six months). Each subsidy will provide $100 in benefits at a cost to the participant of $20. Transportation Options include; Taxicabs (Springfield Yellow Cab, Fairfax Red Top Cab, and Fairfax Yellow Cab), Rideshare services (Uber and Lyft), Public Transportation: bus and rail via SmarTrip card, Capital BikeShare rental. Contact Fairfax County Human Services Transportation Customer Service at 703-222-9764 for help.

Shepherd Centers

Free transportation services for those 50 years older who are no longer driving and need assistance getting to medical appointments and grocery shopping. Must call to make an appointment 5 business days before the transportation is needed.

Shepherd’s Center of Annandale / Springfield

https://shepherdscenter-annandale.org/

Phone: 
(703) 941-1419

Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax Burke

https://www.scfbva.org/

Phone: (703) 323-4788

Student Bus Pass Program

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/connector/student-pass

All Fairfax County High School and Middle School students are eligible to get a bus pass and ride the Fairfax Connector and City of Fairfax CUE bus for free. This student bus pass SmarTrip card permits students to ride Fairfax Connector or City of Fairfax CUE buses for free from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., 7 days a week, all year. All other times they will need cash or a standard SmarTrip® card. The pass lasts until the student graduates or leaves school. A student won’t need a new pass unless yours is lost, damaged, or no longer works.
Students must contact their school’s administration office to get the appropriate form to sign up for the program and receive the pass. Parent/guardian consent is required for this program.

Medicaid Medical Appointment Transportation

https://www.dmas.virginia.gov/for-members/benefits-and-services/transportation-services/

Both children and adults with Medicaid are eligible for transportation to medical appointments. The program is managed by Modivcare. To schedule transportation the person needs to call 1-866-386-8331 at least 3 days before the appointment. There is no cost for the service and anyone covered by Medicaid is automatically eligible and does not have to fill out apply separately for this benefit.

Fastran

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/transportation/fastran

Phone: (703) 222-9764

TTY: (703) 324-7079

FASTRAN offers specialized transportation services for residents of Fairfax County and the Cities of Fairfax and Falls Church participating in human services agency programs. Services may have associated fees based on a sliding scale, please speak with a representative of one of the certifying programs/agencies for details. All riders must be certified by one of the following programs/agencies before utilizing the service: Critical Medical Care, Adult Day Health Care, Community Services Board, Senior Centers , Senior Residences, and Therapeutic Recreation Services.

MetroAccess

https://www.wmata.com/service/accessibility/metro-access/

MetroAccess is a shared ride public transportation service for people who are unable to use the accessible fixed-route Metrobus and Metrorail public transit due to disability.  MetroAccess can be used for any trip purpose within 3/4 of a mile of areas serviced by Metrobus and Metrorail, during the same hours of operation as regular Metrobus and Metrorail service. Rides are offered in the same service areas and during the same hours of operation as Metrorail and Metrobus. For more information go to the website or call 202-962-2700

Car Repair Assistance Programs

Catholic Charities

https://www.ccda.net/need-help/rent-utility-and-emergency-household-assistance/car-repair-assistance-details/

Catholic Charities’ (CCDA) Emergency Assistance program helps people, living within the boundaries of the Diocese of Arlington, experiencing a temporary financial crisis, who require an essential car repair. They only accept applications for about a week each month usually starting in the second week of the month.   To assistance should email the Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance office at EA-CH@ccda.net, providing your phone number and address. Once you send an email you will receive a screening questionnaire which must be completed entirely in order to receive a response.

To be eligible, the client must be a resident of the Diocese of Arlington and must be able to provide proof of income. They must be able to communicate via email and phone and attend a Zoom video appointment with the Case Manager. Client must provide an image of the rejection sticker on windshield, a motor vehicle inspection report indicating the inspection failures. Client must also provide a current government-issued driver’s license, current State of Virginia vehicle registration in their name, proof of auto insurance in their name with name and address matching the vehicle registration.

Other Requirements: the car must be drivable, only items necessary to pass a Virginia Vehicle Emissions and Safety Inspection will be repaired, they will not provide air conditioning and auto body repairs, tire replacement must be necessary due to an inspection failure and total tire cost is not to exceed $1,000 and they will not assist if repairs of any type are over $2,000.

Britepaths Reliable Rides

https://britepaths.org/our-services/financial-assistance/

“Reliable Rides” is a special segment of our Financial Assistance Program that helps fund major car repairs so that clients in crisis can maintain their cars safely and continue to get to work to support their families. Participation in his program  requires a referral from Coordinated Services Planning (CSP), 703.222.0880. Referrals are made based on demonstrated need and the adherence to specified criteria, and we grant assistance as funds are available. Britepaths pays a portion of the bill (typically up to $1000) directly to the service provider with the understanding that the client will also help pay.

Craftsman Cares

This unique program gives “one big break” to families or individuals in need of auto repair or transportation. To be considered as a recipient for this program, candidates must follow these guidelines:

  • They should be facing a temporary hardship and needs reliable transportation or minor car repair in order for them to recover and get back on track.
  • Apply using the online form at, https://craftsmanautocare.com/craftsman-cares/ or submitting the form to the shop in person or mailing it to: Craftsman Cares Program/Craftsman Auto Care, 2733 Merrilee Dr., Fairfax VA 22031
  • Email inquiries/questions: info@craftsmanautocare.com | Subject line: Craftsman Cares
  • Each submission must be co-signed by a sponsor (From an organization, i.e., a church, school system, employer, etc.) Holy Spirit SVDP can be a sponsor.