The Georgia Department of Public Health's 55+ Driver Safety Program hosted a series of presentations focused on aging road users. Here is the presentation recording of "Guidelines for Older Driver Safety for State & Local Roadways"
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Guidelines for Older Driver Safety for State & Local Roadways | Raging Aging Symposium — National (01/10/2022)
Source: For Profit OrganizationEquity In Transportation; How Do We Get There? | Raging Aging Symposium — National (01/07/2022)
Source: ExpertThe Georgia Department of Public Health's 55+ Driver Safety Program hosted a series of presentations focused on aging road users. Here is a presentation recording of Equity in Transportation; How Do We Get There?
Introducing practical tools for fit to drive assessment of the elderly — National (12/31/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationTherefore, it is recommended that the selected tools be used in practical batteries to assess the driving skills of the elderly.
For Seniors Driving Same 'Ol" Vehicles Raises The Risks of a Deadly Crash — National (12/13/2021)
Source: Professional Association“Retirement vehicles”— older, smaller, outdated cars that lack crucial safety features that can help prevent or mitigate crashes, are common among older drivers 70 and over.
5 Best Small SUVs for Seniors — National (12/10/2021)
Source: NewsFinding the best car for seniors includes considering a number of different features from accessibility and ease of use to the overall comfort in their vehicle.
20 Warning Signs an Elderly Driver Is No Longer Safe Behind the Wheel — National (11/29/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationThe NHTSA advises family memebers to look for the following indicators that an elderly driver may need to stop driving and consider alternative modes of transportation.
Is It Time for Your Loved One to Retire From Driving? — National (10/21/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationBecause you want to make sure your loved one doesn't become one of those unfortunate statistics, take a proactive approach to make sure your parents, partner, or spouse is still fit to drive.
How to Speak to Your Parent’s Doctors: Tips for Successful Communication With Your Parent and Their Care Team — National (10/08/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationMany aging drivers feel that driving is their lifeline-but how do we know when an older driver is no longer safe on the road? Learn about the many variables that impact driving ability and how to develop solutions.
ARU Full Participant Manual — National (10/01/2021)
Source: For Profit OrganizationThis course is designed so that those involved in aging road user safety can gain the skills and knowledge to manage a successful and sustainable aging road user safety program.
Driving to Independence — Arizona (07/27/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationDriving To Independence offers a comprehensive driver evaluation and training program.