This non-profit organization in Montgomery County, Maryland provides free rides to seniors and persons with disabilities, with service provided by hundreds of volunteers.
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Maryland: The Senior Connection of Montgomery County — Maryland (01/01/2020)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationMaryland: Resources Online for Older Drivers — Maryland (07/06/2016)
Source: NewsMontgomery County has launched “Explore Older Driver Resources,” a new webpage for older residents and their families. The page includes information about driving safely as well as alternate transportation options.
Seniors Take Pedestrian Safety Into Their Own Hands — New York (07/25/2012)
Source: NewsThis video is of some East Brooklyn seniors who are fighting to keep their streets safe.
Connecticut: Elderly Driving Restrictions and Mandatory Testing Requirements — Connecticut (11/22/2005)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis OLR Research Report conducted by Associate Legislative Attorney, Janet L. Kaminski, details Connecticut’s laws regarding license renewal, which at the 2005 there were no special requirements that only applied to elderly residents.
Consequences of Driving Cessation Decreased Out-of-Home Activity Levels — Connecticut (11/01/2000)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study shows how out-of-home activity decreased in seniors once they stopped driving.
Confidence In, and Self-rating Of, Driving Ability Among Older Drivers — Connecticut (05/01/1998)
Source: ExpertActive drivers in a representative cohort of older individuals age 77 years and older in New Haven, Connecticut were interviewed.
Safety on Maryland Roads — Maryland
Source: US Department of TransportationCrashes are no accident. Last year, more than 500 lives were lost on our roadways and thousands of others were injured. The only acceptable number is zero. MDOT MVA’s Highway Safety Office is working to change behaviors that lead to careless and irresponsible driving. You can help by always buckling up, never driving impaired, and always keeping your eyes on the road.
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Red Flags of Medically At-Risk Drivers — Maryland
Source: State Agency/ProgramMaryland’s Red Flag tool.
Referring Drivers to MVA Medical Review Process — Maryland
Source: State Agency/ProgramA video of their process of referring Maryland drivers to the DMV.
Older Driver Safety — Maryland
Source: State Agency/ProgramGetting older does not necessarily mean persons driving days are over. but it's important to plan ahead and take steps to ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones.