During this week we explore options and choices for clients when “life happens,” affecting driving and mobility and occupational therapy’s response to these changes.
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Older Driver Safety Awareness Week: Understand, Be Proactive, Plan — National
Source: Professional AssociationCAN Help Desk — National
Source: Professional AssociationAn older loved one with Alzheimer’s? If you are a family caregiver and have questions or just need to talk, consider reaching out to the Caregiver Help Desk.
What “Solo Agers” Should Know About Planning for the Future — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationWhen I think about aging, I often focus on the fact that I have no children. In addition, my husband is almost seven years older than me, and he has Parkinson’s disease. Therefore, I must consider the likelihood that I will face my older age alone.
Importance of Driving and Potential Impact of Driving Cessation for Rural and Urban Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertPurpose Analyses compared older drivers from urban, suburban, and rural areas on perceived importance of continuing to drive and potential impact that driving cessation would have on what they want and need to do. Methods The AAA LongROAD Study is a prospective study of driving behaviors, patterns, and outcomes of older adults. A cohort of 2,990 women and men 65‐79 years of age was recruited during 2015‐2017 from health systems or primary care practices near 5 study sites in different parts of the United States.
Evergreen Campaign Material — National
Source: US Department of TransportationTo learn more about how to recognize and discuss changes in older drivers. You may want to share some of the materials at the following site with family members.
Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) — Washington
Source: State Agency/ProgramS.A.L.T. stands for Seniors And Law Enforcement Together. It is a cooperative effort of the Clark County Sheriff's Office.
Governor's Traffic Safety Committee — New York
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe New York State Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) coordinates traffic safety activities in the state and shares useful, timely information about traffic safety and the state's highway safety grant program.
Driving in Winter Weather — National
Source: US Department of TransportationHelpful driving tips for older road users about how to prepare for driving in the winter months. Whether it's snow, sleet, or ice, winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions.
Older Driver Safety — Ohio
Source: State Agency/ProgramTo prevent crashes, Ohio has state and local programs and resources that can help older adopt strategies to stay safe on the road, as well as find alternatives to driving if they can no longer do so safely.