Senior Living provided a quick guide around alternative transportation. Some examples include public transportation, paratransit programs, volunteer services, and senior shuttles.
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Transportation for Seniors (Seniorliving.org) — National (08/04/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationMajority of older adults with cognitive impairment still drive — Michigan (07/23/2023)
Source: UniversityResearchers highlight the importance of caregivers having conversations with care recipients and health care professionals about driving.
Study: Many older adults with mild cognitive impairment are still driving — National (07/20/2023)
Source: NewsResearchers assessed more than 600 adults over 65 years old in Nueces County, Texas, who had cognitive assessment scores that indicated a likelihood of impairment.
Most Older Drivers are Safe Drivers — Vermont (07/20/2023)
Source: UniversityMost Older drivers, or people over 65, are very safe drivers. There are ways we can stay safe on the roads as we get older.
5 alternative transportation options for seniors who are no longer driving — National (07/05/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationCurious about transportation for seniors? These five options will help older adults who no longer drive get around safely.
Older adults are more easily distracted — National (05/10/2023)
Source: UniversityThe study assessed the interaction between physical exertion and short-term memory performance when distractors were present or absent in younger and older adults.
Overestimation of on-road driving performance is associated with reduced driving safety in older drivers — National (04/01/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationOverestimation of on-road driving performance is associated with reduced driving safety in older drivers.
Safe Mobility for Older Adults webinar — National (02/23/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationThis webinar will explore some of the data behind older driver safety and support available for alternative commutes.
Cognitive test for older drivers tied to more safety for them, study shows — National (02/21/2023)
Source: NewsAs a group, older drivers are less likely to survive a server crash, and studies show they are particularly vulnerable in intersections.
BOOMERS — National (02/20/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationBoomers' video helps older adults make a transportation plan.