The Georgia Department of Public Health's 55+ Driver Safety Program hosted a series of presentations focused on aging road users. Here is the presentation recording of "Caregiver Resources".
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Caregiver Resources | Raging Aging Symposium — Georgia (01/12/2022)
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Source: ExpertFor many Americans, driving is a big part of life. Most people with diabetes can do it safely, but there are some things to keep in mind before you get behind the wheel.
Driving Performance in Older Adults: Current Measures, Findings, and Implications for Roadway Safety — National (01/07/2022)
Source: ExpertThe purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive and detailed resource on the topics of cognition and driving for clinicians, research, and policymakers working on efforts related to older adult drivers.
Balancing the Physical & Cognitive Changes that Impact Safe Driving & Mobility | RAS — Georgia (01/05/2022)
Source: ExpertThe Georgia Department of Public health's 55+ Driver Safety Program hosted a brief series of presentations focused on aging road users. Here is the presentation of Balancing the Physical & Cognitive Change that Impact Driving.
Introducing practical tools for fit to drive assessment of the elderly — National (12/31/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationTherefore, it is recommended that the selected tools be used in practical batteries to assess the driving skills of the elderly.
20 Warning Signs an Elderly Driver Is No Longer Safe Behind the Wheel — National (11/29/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationThe NHTSA advises family memebers to look for the following indicators that an elderly driver may need to stop driving and consider alternative modes of transportation.
ChOURS Lobby Slides — National (10/25/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationIntegrate one or more of the lobby slides into the information messaging systems you use for those in your waiting areas.
ChORUS Lobby Slides — National (10/25/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationIntegrate one or more of the lobby slides into the information messaging systems you use for those in your waiting areas.
Is It Time for Your Loved One to Retire From Driving? — National (10/21/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationBecause you want to make sure your loved one doesn't become one of those unfortunate statistics, take a proactive approach to make sure your parents, partner, or spouse is still fit to drive.
How to Speak to Your Parent’s Doctors: Tips for Successful Communication With Your Parent and Their Care Team — National (10/08/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationMany aging drivers feel that driving is their lifeline-but how do we know when an older driver is no longer safe on the road? Learn about the many variables that impact driving ability and how to develop solutions.