RAND Corporation’s website details the risks of older drivers and traffic safety. Information regarding relative risk, driving frequency and fragility are all covered topics,including a compparison of older driver risk to younger drivers.
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What Risks Do Older Drivers Pose to Traffic Safety? — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationIndiana: Senior Driver and Mobility Services — Indiana
Source: For Profit OrganizationLocated in Indiana, Senior Driving was started to provide transportation services to seniors to help them remain independent and safe.
Maine: Driving Laws for Seniors and Older Drivers — Maine
Source: For Profit OrganizationDrivers are required to renew their licenses every six years in the state of Louisiana, according to AAA.com. They are also required to complete a vision test at every in-person renewal.
DriveSharp — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationThe program, DriveSharp, provides engaging brain-training exercises that can be completed in the comfort and privacy of your own home.
People with Disabilities and Access to Health Care — National
Source: Expert1 in 4 adults in the United States, or 61 million people, have at least one of these disabilities: hearing, vision, cognition, mobility, self-care, and independent living. Anyone can have a disability at any point in their life.
Driving Safety Tips for Senior Drivers — Texas
Source: For Profit OrganizationAmerican Safety Council published safety tips for senior drivers and senior license requirements in Texas.
Aging (Older) Drivers — Wisconsin
Source: State Agency/ProgramWisconsin has compiled a list of resources for older drivers to help them and their loved ones assess driving safety.
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.
Senior Driver Safety — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramOur mission is to make it easy for you to complete your Florida DMV needs online.
Health, safety, self-regulation and the older driver: It's not just a matter of age — National
Source: ExpertThe purpose of this research was to examine the impact of age and health on patterns of driving and self-regulation among older adults who still drive.