Car Free Living at Riderwood

All available options in one file, compiled by Car Free Living members 2026-06: “Transportation Options for Car Free Living at Riderwood” (Newly Updated)
(Click here for Low-Vision document)

 

Info At-A-Glance (Click Here for Low-Vision Chart)

 

If you want to:	How to get information on MyErickson:*	How to sign up:
Take an RWV bus around campus. Local shuttles (red sign) go to clubhouses, including side doors; Express shuttles (yellow sign) go to clubhouses.	Click on “Transportation,” then “Shuttles,” then “Local & Express Shuttle”	No sign-up; first-come, first-served
Take an RWV bus to nearby stores like Giant, Aldi, Kohls, Target, etc.	Click on “Transportation,” then “Shuttles,” then “Shopping Shuttle”	No sign-up; first-come, first-served
Take an RWV bus on a more distant shopping trip, such as Trader Joe’s in Rockville, Columbia Mall, or Wheaton Mall, etc.	Click on “Transportation,” then “Shuttles,” then “Mall Trips”	Call 301-572-8358
Take an RWV bus to the White Oak Medical Center	Click on “Transportation,” then “Shuttles,” then “White Oak Medical Center Hospital Shuttle”	No sign-up unless you use a wheelchair or scooter; if you do, call 301-572-8358 24 hours ahead
Take an RWV bus to the Glenmont Metro (Fourth Wednesday of the  month). Pick up is 9:30 AM at TNC; Pick up from Glenmont is 4:00 PM.	N/A	Call 301-572-8358
Take an RWV bus to an entertainment or cultural venue (an “excursion”)	Click on “Transportation,” then “Local Trips,” then “Local Trips FAQ” and/or the monthly list	Click on “Transportation Sign Up,” then the event of interest, then the “Register” button**
An RWV driver to take you to whatever destination you choose	Click on “Transportation,” then “Non-Shuttle Services,” then “Bus, Sedan & Van Services”	Call 301-572-8358 to find out the cost and reserve
Sign up for CarFree Living group-email	N/A	Send email to CarFree+subscribe@groups.io . No subject or text is needed.
Request a help session for Lyft/Uber (download app; practice ride)	N/A	Contact Car Free Living at CarFree@RiderwoodLife.com
Learn how to use iPhone apps, including Uber and Lyft	N/A	Trudy Downs gives tutoring, mainly on iPhone and iPad, on Tuesdays from 1-2 PM at Town Center classroom; No sign-up is necessary

* A hard copy of the transportation calendar is available at the front desks.

** An alternative registration form is available on “Transportation, Local Trips,” but the “Transportation Sign Up” is easier and lets you see who has already registered.

Travel Resources Outside Riderwood

 

• Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (MWAT)
  includes Rail, Bus, MetroAccess info and more
• To learn about the “Flexible Alternative to MetroAccess” called Abilities-Ride, visit this website: https://www.wmata.com/service/accessibility/metro-access/Abilities-Ride.cfm
• Montgomery Country Department of Transportation
  includes System map, Ride On routes, schedules, and more 
• Ride On Flex from Montgomery County Department of Transportation
  information about the Flex Zone and updates on Ride On bus pickup
• Senior SmarTrip Card Click this link to learn about the discount Metro card for the seniors (where and how to get it and use it)
• Silver Spring Metro Station
  includes directions, transit info, events and more

NOTE: The organizations and links below were recommended by one or more Riderwood residents and are provided for educational and informational purposes only. Car Free Living is not recommending or endorsing any of these resources.

• Connect-a-Ride
  Free information & referral program of Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA) and Montgomery County government for County adults 50+ and adults with disabilities
• Affinity Airport Sedan Inc.
  Provides rides to the airports and other destinations you desire to go. A flat rate. Costlier than Uber or Lyft, but you don’t need an app to interact with the service provider. Phone number 240-672-1617. (This is a recommendation of an individual member of Car Free Living. There are also other local services.)
• GoGo Grandparent (Go directly to the membership plans)
  Some residents find it useful because you don’t need an app to use the service.
• MyFredy is a service that takes you to and from outpatient medical procedures. They qualify as a companion for medical visits (when you must have a driver accompany you after a medical procedure). They pick you up at your apt room, drives you to the appointment, stays with you, drives you home and escorts you to your apt.  Click this link for the DC metro area.

 

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