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  1. Diminished Motor Skills: ‘Silver Tsunami’ of Elderly Drivers Prompts Tough Decisions — National (11/23/2015)

    Source: News

    This article discusses the growing aging population and its impact on the roads as more drivers become seniors.

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  2. Wheelchair to Car Transfer — National (08/11/2015)

    Source: University

    This video demonstrates a one-person assist transfer from wheelchair to car for a wheelchair user who can do a mod assist stand-pivot transfer. 

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  3. DOSCI — National (08/01/2015)

    Source: Professional Association

    The printable card for your officer ticket book can be found here

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  4. Assessing Elderly Drivers: Ability Means More Than Age — National (04/08/2015)

    Source: For Profit Organization

    Edmunds.com gives information on its website on how to determine a senior’s driving ability.

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  5. Unexpected Outcomes for Elderly Couples Who Stop Driving — National (02/24/2015)

    Source: News

    Even if just one member of a couple stops driving, negative consequences result for both the driver and non-driver, a study concludes. 

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  6. International: Cognitive Screening Tools for Predicting Unsafe Driving Behavior Among Senior Drivers — National (10/17/2014)

    Source: Expert

    As Canada’s elderly continue to represent the fastest-growing population in Canada, there has been an increasing need for effective and efficient screening tools for senior drivers.

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  7. Driving Rehabilitation Programs for Older Drivers in the United States — National (06/27/2014)

    Source: Professional Association

    This study describes various options for driving rehabilitation programs offered in the United States.

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  8. Seniors’ and Physicians’ Attitudes Toward Using Driving Simulators in Clinical Settings — National (04/22/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This paper weighs whether potential clients and physicians would use driving simulators in order to assess a driver’s safety knowledge behind the wheel.

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  9. How to Discuss Driver Safety Concerns with Older Adults — National (08/27/2013)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    Keiro Senior HealthCare gives tips on discussing driver safety concerns with older adults. Issues with flexibility, reflexes and strength can all negatively affect a senior’s ability to drive.

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  10. Alaska: Older Alaskan Safe Driving PSA — Alaska (08/14/2013)

    Source: State Agency/Program

    A public service announcement created by Alaska’s Highway Safety Office on older driver safety. Several keys factors in safe driving are mentioned such as good vision, reaction time, strength and flexibility.

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