Driving is often a major concern after a stroke. It’s not unusual for stroke survivors to want to drive. Getting around after a stroke is important — but safety is even more important.
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Lets talk about Driving After Stroke — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationOlder Driver Safety Training — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe National Sheriffs’ Association website has several links for those interested in older driver safety.
V2V Communications Fact Sheet — National
Source: US Department of TransportationFor the past decade, NHTSA has researched V2V, a communication technology that allows vehicles to communicate to one another regarding important safety and mobility information.
NHTSA’s Aging Gracefully Driving Safely Assessment — National
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA has created a guide filled with information on how seniors can drive safely.
Safer Roads Resource Video — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationHighway officials and traffic engineers are building safer roads for all.
Road Safe Seniors Welcome Video — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLearn about the Clearinghouse for Older Road User Safety (ChORUS).
Driving and Traveling After a Heart Attack — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationGetting back behind the wheel after a heart attack can be just another step in your recovery, but it's important that you're both ready and prepared.
Driving Safety for Older Road Users — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis website provides an interactive driving safety questionnaire, safety tips for older drivers, and vehicle safety tips.
Older Drivers- Injury Facts — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThese are fatality trends based on mortality data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).