Key safety precautions that seniors should take to protect themselves while using ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft. These tips enable them to enjoy greater independence while safeguarding their well-being.
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20 Rideshare Safety Tips to Protect Seniors Using Uber or Lyft — National (02/01/2023)
Source: For Profit OrganizationTransportation for seniors: Which services are best for you? — National (01/18/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationA comprehensive guide of transportation options that help seniors get around their communities safely while maintaining their independence and freedom. Includes resources to find your own local transportation provider.
Transportation for seniors: Which services are best for you? — National (01/18/2023)
Source: For Profit OrganizationA comprehensive guide of transportation options that help seniors get around their communities safely while maintaining their independence and freedom. Includes resources to find your own local transportation provider.
Older Driver Safety Webinar Rural road safety — National (12/09/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationWebinar: Rural-Specific Challenges and Rural Safety Equity
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week 2022- Blog — National (11/29/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationNADTC wrote a blog with Jane Rath from ChORUS to promote Older Driver Safety Awareness Week.
What Does An Elderly Driving Evaluation Involve — National (11/28/2022)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationIn this brief article, we will explain what an elderly driving evaluation is and how it can help determine when it may be wise to stop driving.
Resources for Family Members and Caregivers Older Driver Safety Awareness Week 2022 — National (10/26/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationChORUS offers a wealth of resources that promote older driver safety. We have curated lists to provide the perfect starting point for exploring resources, materials, and tools specific to you
Should You Get A Professional Driving Safety Assessment? — National (09/26/2022)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationShepherd Center of NOVA provides information on the importance of driving safety assessments and how they can help individuals determine any necessary adjustments to increase their driving safety, especially as they age.
The Older Driver — National (09/21/2022)
Source: State Agency/ProgramMerck Manual’s coverage of the older driver includes very informative details which include the Alzheimer’s Association’s warning signs of unsafe driving (hitting curbs, not keeping within lanes and returning late from a routine drive).
America’s Rural Roads — National (09/01/2022)
Source: For Profit OrganizationOlder drivers also experience slower cognition, have longer reaction times, and may have difficulty with some of the physical aspects of the driving tasks.