State-based information on programs supporting older drivers in Illinois, including successful strategies, alternate transportation, and funding sources.
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My State Info Traffic Safety Programs for Older Adults: Illinois — Illinois (06/17/2023)
Source: State Agency/ProgramBike Safety Tips for Older Adults — Illinois (09/28/2021)
Source: ExpertThe goal of the Ride Illinois Safety Program is to make bike education courses and resources accessible to adults and children across Illinois. This webinar is tailored to older adults and being safe while biking.
7 Simple Adjustments to Help Older Adults Drive Safer — Virginia (10/14/2017)
Source: Nonprofit Organizationthe number of older drivers on our roads is increasing and changes in vision, flexibility, strength, range of motion and height may reduce an older adult's control behind the wheel.
Seniors Take Pedestrian Safety Into Their Own Hands — New York (07/25/2012)
Source: NewsThis video is of some East Brooklyn seniors who are fighting to keep their streets safe.
Illinois: City of Chicago 2011 Pedestrian Crash Analysis – Summary Report — Illinois (12/01/2011)
Source: Local ProgramThe city of Chicago published its 2011 Pedestrian Crash Analysis Summary Report which includes information on pedestrian activity and efforts to improve safety on its streets.
Illinois: Impact from Changes in IL Drivers License Renewal Requirements for Older Drivers — Illinois (01/01/1998)
Source: ExpertThis report shows the impact in Illinois when the driver's license renewal length shortened from 4 to 2 years for those ages 81-86 and 1 year for those ages 87 and up.
Alzheimer's Disease and Driving — Virginia
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationDealing with a loved one's ability to drive is an emotional issue, involving not just a person's sense of independence, but also their safety and the safety of others.
We Need to talk: The difficult driving conversation: senior Navigator — Virginia
Source: Professional AssociationWhether it’s the driving of a spouse, a parent, or another loved one, there may come a time when you begin to question whether a loved one is still safe to drive. How do you know when its time to stop driving?
DMV Medical Review of Drivers — Virginia
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe Department of Motor Vehicles Medical Review Services is responsible for reviewing the abilities of individuals who may have a physical or mental condition pairing their ability to drive safely.
When to Yield: Questions and Answers about Dementia — Virginia
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis booklet reviews the many hard decisions involved with dementia and driving and gives you approaches, including a sample "safe driving agreement" for dealing with this difficult topic.