Learn to use a rideshare app to help cut down on your driving.
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How to Use Rideshare Apps — National (02/01/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationMaintaining mobility and preventing disability are key to living independently as we age — National (11/30/2020)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAs we age, we may experience changes in our mobility. there are many reasons for these changes including changes to gait (how we walk) balance, and physical strength. NIA researchers are testing ways to prevent or reverse loss of mobility.
ChORUS Older Driver Resources — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationProvides a list of general resources for older road users.
Recursos para conductores mayores de ChORUS — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationProporciona una lista de recursos generales para usuarios mayores de la carreter
Planifi cación del transporte para con ductores mayores — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationLo guía a través de los pasos para desarrollar su plan de transporte.
Driving and Dementia: When it’s time to turn over the keys — National (08/20/2019)
Source: ExpertTom Kalina, MS/OTR, CDRS, talks about seeing different scenarios of older drivers with dementia.
Older Drivers at High Crash Risk are ‘Most Distractible’ — National (04/02/2019)
Source: ExpertOlder drivers rated at high crash risk on a computerized vision test are more likely to have driving problems related to distractions in the car.
When is the right time for elderly drivers to hand over their keys? — National (02/21/2019)
Source: NewsCBS Morning news story about when is the right time for elderly drivers to hand over their keys.
Could CarFit Be a Good Fit For You? — National (03/19/2018)
Source: ExpertCarfit is a free educational program developed in collaboration with AAA, AARP, and the American Occupational Therapy Association that promotes safe driving and mobility among older drivers.
Senior Health: Seniors Need to Consider When to Give Up Driving — National (09/10/2016)
Source: NewsDo you worry about your driving? Is your family “pestering” you about your driving? Broaching the subject of driving with an older person is usually a difficult task. In our society, driving is associated with independence and freedom.