To prevent these crashes, Ohio has state and local programs and resources that can help older adopt strategies to stay safe on the road, as well as find alternatives to driving if they can no longer do so safety.
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Older Drivers Safety OHIO — Ohio
Source: State Agency/ProgramBioptic Driving State Laws — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationDoes your state allow bioptic driving? Learn more here.
Older Driver Safety Questions and Answers — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationBelow are some commonly asked questions and answers to help when responding to questions from older adults, their family members, and caregivers. Each question has resources that can be found by using the QR code.
Lobby Slide three — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLobby Slide three: Whether planning for a road trip or running a quick errand make sure you are safe on the road.
Lobby Slide Four — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationPlan for Road Safety
Lobby Slide 5 — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationPlanning ahead means peace of mind for you and those around you.
How to Use these Resources to Strengthen Professional and Community Partnerships — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChORUS developed ideas on activities and event using the OAM resources that will increase older driver traffic safety within your community.
ChORUS Family Member and Caregiver Resources — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationFamily Member and Caregiver Resources for Older Americans Month — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationDriving concerns among older adults: Associations with driving skill, behaviors, and experiences — National
Source: ExpertThe purpose of this investigation was to determine what older adults find most concerning about driving as they age and how these concerns are related to driving skills, behaviors, and experiences.