In Wisconsin and across the country, the number of people age 65 and over is growing. This trend has a variety of societal implications including potential impacts on drivers and highway safety.
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Aging Driver Safety — Wisconsin
Source: State Agency/ProgramGoGo Grandparent — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationOur mission is to make on-demand services accessible and reliable so we can thrive independently and confidently at home and in the community as we age. Available across the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Florida: Grand Driver website — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis website focuses on Florida’s senior drivers and indicates that aging requires some changes in terms of driving safely.
Florida: Safe Mobility for Life Coalition Safety and Mobility Resources — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis statewide coalition is led by the Florida Department of Transportation in partnership with the Pepper Institute on Aging and Public Policy at Florida State University.
Virginia: Mature Driver Safety — Virginia
Source: State Agency/ProgramVirginia’s Department of Motor Vehicles’ website gives information regarding safe driving courses and GrandDriver for mature drivers in the state.
Washington: Safe driving for seniors — District of Columbia
Source: Professional AssociationWashington State Department of Licensing resource for older drivers.
Wisconsin: Department of Transportation Senior Driver Information — Wisconsin
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe page includes links regarding special driving circumstances, senior drivers, law enforcement and medical professionals.
Illinois: Cyber Drive - Services for Seniors — Illinois
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe Secretary of State for Illinois's office has a website, Cyber Drive Illinois, that was created to disseminate information regarding obtaining a driver’s license and license plates and to promote safety on the state’s roads.
Issues Related to Older Drivers — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists’ website shows that seniors have lower fatal crash rates, but are at a higher risk for fatalities because of their age.
Maine: Driving Laws for Seniors and Older Drivers — Maine
Source: For Profit OrganizationDrivers are required to renew their licenses every six years in the state of Louisiana, according to AAA.com. They are also required to complete a vision test at every in-person renewal.