Cherry Hill, Virginia

Senior Transportation and Escorted Rides in Cherry Hill, VA

Rides to appointments, shopping, the pharmacy and visits with a caregiver who stays with the person, not only a driver who drops them off. Post what you need in Cherry Hill for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.

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Local figures

Senior Transportation in Cherry Hill, VA: the local picture

4.5%
of households have no vehicle (2.6% in Prince William County)
4.8 mi
to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Woodbridge)
1,621
residents 65 or older (6.2% of Cherry Hill)
40%
of residents 65+ report a disability (29% in Prince William County)

About 370 Cherry Hill households, 4.5%, have no vehicle (2.6% in Prince William County). The Census figure covers all ages, but older adults who stop driving are a large part of it.

Hospitals with an emergency department near Cherry Hill: Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center in Woodbridge (4.8 mi); Stafford Hospital, LLC in Stafford (11 mi); Fort Belvoir Community Hospital in Fort Belvoir (12 mi). Distances are straight-line, so allow more on the road.

40% of residents 65 and older report a disability. If walking is hard, look for a caregiver who is comfortable with walkers and car transfers, not only a driver.

Cherry Hill compared with Prince William County and Virginia

Census figureCherry HillPrince William CountyVirginia
Households with no vehicle4.5%2.6%6.1%
Residents 65+ with a disability40%29%31%
Residents 65 or older6.2%11%17%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone27%19%27%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)6.4%5.9%8.8%
Residents 85 or older0.1%0.9%1.7%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+$51,383$100,973—

Older residents in towns around Cherry Hill

TownDistanceResidents 65+Households with no car
Dumfries, VA2.0 mi6392.8%
Triangle, VA2.2 mi8102.0%
Leesylvania, VA2.8 mi1,8931.9%
Quantico Base, VA3.5 mi03.0%
Montclair, VA4.4 mi3,6621.0%
Woodbridge, VA5.3 mi4,1723.0%

Hospitals near Cherry Hill

Hospital with an emergency departmentTownDistanceCMS overall ratingPhone
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical CenterWoodbridge, VA4.8 mi3 of 5(703) 523-1000
Stafford Hospital, LLCStafford, VA11 mi4 of 5(540) 741-9000
Fort Belvoir Community HospitalFort Belvoir, VA12 minot rated(571) 231-3224
University Of Md Charles Regional Medical CenterLa Plata, MD17 mi3 of 5(301) 609-4265

Straight-line miles from the center of Cherry Hill. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

What a caregiver who drives can help with

  • Rides to doctor, dental and therapy appointments
  • Waiting during the appointment and taking notes
  • Grocery shopping, pharmacy and errands
  • Trips to church, the senior center and family
Cost

What senior transportation costs in Cherry Hill

At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,282 monthly median income of Cherry Hill households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).

Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.

Before you hire

What to know before hiring a caregiver who drives

Giving up driving is a common reason older adults start to miss appointments and see fewer people. Before a caregiver drives, agree whose car is used, check that the auto insurance covers it, and agree a mileage rate in writing. The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center and the Eldercare Locator (1-800-677-1116) can point you to free and low-cost ride programs.

Questions worth asking: May I see your license and proof of auto insurance? Will you drive your car or ours? How do you help someone with a walker in and out of the car? More in our senior transportation guide.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Senior Transportation in Cherry Hill: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Cherry Hill?

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center in Woodbridge, about 4.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Cherry Hill (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (703) 523-1000. In an emergency, call 911.

How much does senior transportation cost in Cherry Hill?

At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,282 monthly median income of Cherry Hill households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).

Does Medicare pay for rides to appointments?

Original Medicare covers emergency ambulance trips, not routine rides. Medicaid covers non-emergency medical transportation for eligible members, and some Medicare Advantage plans include rides (Medicare.gov).

Sources

Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.

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