A study funded by the National Institutes of Health recently found that adult drivers who had cognitive training for memory, reasoning or speed of processing had 50 percent fewer car crashes than those in the control group.
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Brain Training Tips for Smart Driving — District of Columbia (10/04/2016)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationSteering to Safety — National (08/28/2016)
Source: NewsHome Instead Senior Care recently launched an online program that provides tips to make the conversation with an older adult about their driving ability a little easier.
Time-to-contact estimation errors among older drivers with useful field of view impairments — National (07/01/2016)
Source: ExpertThe objective of this study was to evaluate how UFOV impairments affect time-to-contact estimates in elderly drivers deciding when to make a left turn across oncoming traffic.
DOSCI — National (08/01/2015)
Source: Professional AssociationThe printable card for your officer ticket book can be found here
Seniors Have Trouble Walking And Talking At The Same Time — National (03/16/2011)
Source: NewsNPR reported the findings of researchers from the University of Illinois who found that “individuals over 59 face an increased risk of injury when crossing busy complicated streets while multitasking.”
Community Mobility & Driving with Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertCommunity mobility is essential for people meet their daily needs such as going to the grocery store, the pharmacy, the bank and medical appointments.
Senior Driving — National
Source: Professional AssociationEvaluating driving ability early and understanding mind and body changes can give older drivers the tools necessary to drive safer for longer. Visit AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety to learn more.
Driving & Transportation / Older Driver — Virginia
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe following are some warning signs that may indicate that an older driver can no longer operate an automobile safely.
Alaska: Department of Administration — Alaska
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe site also explains Alaska’s state law regarding driver license renewal and how to maintain driving privileges.
How to Find Out if Your Elderly Parent is Safe to Drive in Virginia — Virginia
Source: Professional AssociationAre you worried that your elderly parent is no longer safe to drive? This article will tell you what to do next, especially if your loved one lives in Virginia.