With an aging population and more and more older adults choosing to drive longer, there are more older drivers than ever on the road. Use this Senior and Driving Guide to learn more information about driving when you age.
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Seniors and Driving: A Guide — National (07/15/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationHerramientas para la autoevaluación y la calificación del cuidador — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationProporciona enlaces a varias herramientas gratuitas disponibles para pacientes mayores, sus familiares y cuidadores para identificar a los conductores mayores en riesgo.
Self-Assessment and Caregivers’ Rating Tools — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationProvides links to several free tools available for older patients, their family members, and caregivers to identify at-risk older drivers.
Senior Driving: Be Proactive and Understand Your Limitations — National (09/15/2020)
Source: NewsDavid Wallace, the Traffic Safety Guy, discusses seniors being proactive in their driving safety and understanding their limitations behind the wheel on this podcast.
Aging Drivers and the Law — National (10/03/2019)
Source: ExpertThe Elder Law Answers’ website provides information for senior drivers and links to each state’s laws regarding restrictions and accelerated renewal periods.
Before You Give Up the Keys: Create a Roadmap for Transportation Independence — National (01/22/2018)
Source: NewsThis booklet provides action steps and resources for those making the decision about whether to continue driving.
Colorado: Survey Finds Aging Drivers Support Mandatory Retesting to Get License — Colorado (05/25/2011)
Source: NewsThe Denver Post published an article on aging drivers and their support for mandatory retesting to renew driver’s licenses. It also states that In Colorado, drivers over the age of 65 must renew their license by mail.
Sensitivity and Specificity of the Assessment of Driving-related Skills Older Driving Screening Tool — National (06/01/2006)
Source: ExpertThe Assessment of Driving-related Skills (ADReS) was created to assist physicians in making decisions regarding their patients’ safe driving ability.
Medical Reporting/Medical Review Process — Florida
Source: State Agency/Programf your state is looking to create a state resource page for Older Drivers, please use these as examples.
Road to Zero: Doubling Down on What Works — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe Doubling Down on What Works is a working group of the Road to Zero Coalition has created a clearinghouse for resources.