The CDC created an infographic for how disability impacts all our lives as we age.
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Disability Impacts All of Us — National (09/02/2020)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationGenerations- Plan For the Road Ahead — National (02/20/2020)
Source: ExpertMake a transportation plan.Gap Exists Between Seniors’ Opinion of Driving Ability and Performance — National (05/29/2019)
Source: Professional AssociationThe majority of older adults rate themselves as excellent drivers though one in four had a wreck in the previous five years.
Staying Independent After Giving Up the Car Keys — National (06/09/2017)
Source: Professional AssociationGiving up the car keys is one of the most challenging decisions a senior makes. The loss of independence can be devastating. But causing an accident because of diminished abilities is even worse.
Art of Aging: Senior Drivers — Pennsylvania (08/25/2016)
Source: NewsResearch from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that older drivers are among the safest. But eventually, we all retire from the road.
Functional Outcomes for Older Adults Injured in a Crash — National (05/01/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis report explores the health and quality-of-life impacts of crashes among older (65+) and middle-aged (40-55) occupants.
Assessing Elderly Drivers: Ability Means More Than Age — National (04/08/2015)
Source: For Profit OrganizationEdmunds.com gives information on its website on how to determine a senior’s driving ability.
Does Attention Capacity Moderate the Effect of Driver Distraction in Older Drivers? — National (04/01/2015)
Source: ExpertWith age, a decline in attention capacity may occur and this may impact driving performance especially while distracted.
Driving Rehabilitation Programs for Older Drivers in the United States — National (06/27/2014)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study describes various options for driving rehabilitation programs offered in the United States.
Disease-, Age-related Effects of HIV May Impact Driving Abilities of Middle-aged and Older Adults — Alabama (04/02/2014)
Source: NewsNearly half of people living with HIV experience cognitive deficits that may impact instrumental activities of daily living, including driving, according research.