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  1. Health, safety, self-regulation and the older driver: It's not just a matter of age — National 

    Source: Expert

    The 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.

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  2. Enhancing older driver safety: A driving survey and evaluation of the CarFit program — National 

    Source: Expert

    To evaluate CarFit, an educational program designed to promote optimal alignment of driver with vehicle.

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  3. Talking to your parents about driving — National 

    Source: Expert

    Data from the Department of Transportation shows that over 30 million adults over 65 in the US are driving. Many older adults have been driving for 50 or more years, and it can provide a sense of personal independence, which older adults are reluctant to give up. For most seniors, the loss of their driving ability can make them feel isolated and dependent.

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  4. Occupational Therapy Toolkit — National 

    Source: Expert

    The Occupational Therapy e handouts are organized by 85 treatment guides and are based on current research and best practice.

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  5. Older Driver Safety Training — National 

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    The National Sheriffs’ Association website has several links for those interested in older driver safety.

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  6. Alaska: Department of Administration — Alaska 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    The site also explains Alaska’s state law regarding driver license renewal and how to maintain driving privileges.

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  7. Older Drivers Safety Program — National 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Older drivers have an excessively high rate of motor vehicle fatalities compared to other adult age groups, on a per vehicle mile traveled (VMT) basis.

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  8. Resources for Law Enforcement — National 

    Source: Expert

    The Training, Research, and Education for Driving Safety (TREDS) has several 30-minute training videos for Law Enforcement. This content is password protected if you don't have a password, contact treds@ucsd.edu for free access to the videos

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  9. Identification and Referral of Medically Impaired Older Drivers — National 

    Source: Expert

    The “Law Enforcement’s Role in Older Driver Safety,” is a two-hour POST certified training for CPT credit delivered by a team of health and law enforcement professionals.

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  10. Alzheimer's Initiatives — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    International Association of Chief of Police Alzheimer’s Initiative is a comprehensive toolkit for law enforcement.

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