NHTSA covers driving rehabilitation services in this video. Seniors can speak with a driving rehabilitation specialist to help determine if driving is still a safe option.
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Driving Rehabilitation Services — National (06/20/2013)
Source: US Department of TransportationDriving After a Stroke — National (06/20/2013)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis NHTSA video shows how driving after a stroke can be difficult because of limited mobility issues, possible vision problems and slower thinking.
Keeping Elderly Drivers Safe — National (01/05/2013)
Source: For Profit OrganizationThis report explores mobility and safety issues for older Americans and presents a set of recommendations for implementing a safer transportation system.
Conversations About Senior Driving — National (01/11/2012)
Source: Professional AssociationLiberty Mutual created a video to discuss seniors driving and having conversations about the topic.
Dementia & Driving Resource Center (A bump in the road) — National (08/16/2011)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center has information regarding seniors affected with dementia and Alzheimer’s and how to deal with their desire to drive.
Seniors Driving Research by MIT AgeLab and The Hartford — National (06/30/2010)
Source: NewsNewscaster Conn Jackson speaks with MIT AgeLab’s Dr. Liza D’Ambrosio and The Hartford’s Jodi Olshevski about the latest research on senior driving.
The Basics of Bioptics and Bioptic Driving — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationPresenters will provide an overview of bioptic lens systems, basic requirements for bioptic driver readiness, misconceptions of bioptic driving, state legislation and advocacy initiatives and more.
Be Prepared for Winter Driving — National
Source: ExpertDriving in the winter can be harrowing, especially in snowstorms and icy conditions. By getting your car ready for winter and using some simple tips to drive safely, you can face almost any weather Mother Nature decides to send your way.
Florida: Grand Driver website — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis website focuses on Florida’s senior drivers and indicates that aging requires some changes in terms of driving safely.
Hand Controls for Cars, Trucks, SUVs and Vans — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationMobilityWorks offers a wide selection of adaptive equipment for the most ever type of vehicle to regain independence and to be in control of your own transportation.