This report from TRIP, a Washington, DC-based nonprofit that conducts technical research related to surface transportation, provides key data related to older driver safety and discusses strategies for improving safety.
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Preserving the Mobility and Safety of Older Americans — National (03/13/2018)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationOhio’s Multidisciplinary Approach to Improving Safety for Aging Citizens — Ohio (03/01/2018)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis article from the ITE Journal discusses how the Ohio Department of Transportation has collaborated with occupational therapists to develop a comprehensive approach to older driver safety.
Brain Training Tips for Smart Driving — District of Columbia (10/04/2016)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationA study funded by the National Institutes of Health recently found that adult drivers who had cognitive training for memory, reasoning or speed of processing had 50 percent fewer car crashes than those in the control group.
Warning Signs of Unsafe Driving — National (09/03/2013)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAARP gives examples of how you can tell if an older driver is unsafe on the road.
Designing In-Vehicle Technologies for Older Drivers — National (03/01/2009)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationNew in-vehicle systems must be designed for users who receive no training in how to use them and whose cognitive and sensory abilities vary.
Pedestrian Signal Safety for Older Persons — National (06/01/2003)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis report from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety studied the walking speed of older pedestrians, and suggested ways to improve signal timing to improve safety while not increasing congestion.
Tip Sheet: Hot Weather Safety Tips For Older Adults — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationOlder adults and individuals with cronic medical conditions are at high risk of deveopling heat related illnesses, because of aging-related physical changes in the body chronic health coniditons and even effect taking some medication
Your Go-To Guide for Volunteering with Seniors — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAARP has compiled some ideas for different ways to lend a hand, a listening ear, or your skills to seniors- from reminiscing to making new memories. Remember, simply giving your time and conversation can sometimes mean the most.
How To Volunteer As A Senior — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAgingInPlace created an article with helpful tips on how Seniors can get involved in volunteering.
Unchecked Recalls Pose Roadway Risks — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationCheck to Protect is a campaign that focuses on drivers of vehicles five years old or older and rivers of used cars.