North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program created a comprehensive website related to senior driver information. This site features 3 different sections with information: Drivers, Caregivers, Professionals.
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North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program — North Carolina (01/05/2020)
Source: ExpertWheelchair to Car Transfer — National (08/11/2015)
Source: UniversityThis video demonstrates a one-person assist transfer from wheelchair to car for a wheelchair user who can do a mod assist stand-pivot transfer.
DOSCI — National (08/01/2015)
Source: Professional AssociationThe printable card for your officer ticket book can be found here
How to Drive With Physical Disability — National (03/04/2015)
Source: Professional AssociationA physical disability may affect the function of a person's body, but it should never affect person independence. Driving is a skill that promotes freedom and can be adapted so almost anyone with a physical disability can be mobile.
Unexpected Outcomes for Elderly Couples Who Stop Driving — National (02/24/2015)
Source: NewsEven if just one member of a couple stops driving, negative consequences result for both the driver and non-driver, a study concludes.
Ped Motion Graphics - Driving Safely — National (01/10/2015)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA's motion graphic about driving safely around pedestrians and bicyclists
Identifying and Referring Medically Impaired Drivers — National (01/01/2015)
Source: ExpertLearn about the medical problems that can occur with age, chronic diseases, and medication including vision, decreased motor function, dementia, diabetes and other conditions.