DC’s Department of Motor Vehicles has a page on its website specifically for seniors with information regarding licensing.
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District of Columbia: Senior Driver Information for DC — District of Columbia (09/18/2020)
Source: State Agency/ProgramSouth Dakota: Helpful Facts for Aging Drivers — South Dakota (09/15/2020)
Source: Professional AssociationHelpful resource from SD Dept. of Public Safety regarding older driver licensing, self-assessments, mobility options, and more.
Some Medications and Driving Don’t Mix — National (09/15/2020)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe FDA reports on its website that medications and their side effects could be harmful while driving.
Seniors and Driving: When Having “The Talk” Isn’t Enough — National (09/15/2020)
Source: For Profit OrganizationEditor Julie Davis tells the story of her father passing after driving off the road and rolling over in his car.
Senior Driving: Be Proactive and Understand Your Limitations — National (09/15/2020)
Source: NewsDavid Wallace, the Traffic Safety Guy, discusses seniors being proactive in their driving safety and understanding their limitations behind the wheel on this podcast.
Is high blood glucose dangerous when driving? — National (09/03/2020)
Source: For Profit OrganizationFor 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.
Disability Impacts All of Us — National (09/02/2020)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe CDC created an infographic for how disability impacts all our lives as we age.
Epilepsy and Seizures in Older Adults — National (08/25/2020)
Source: ExpertWith the aging of the population, we can expect to see greater numbers of people with epilepsy.
Driving with Vision Disorders — National (06/13/2020)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis video produced by NHTSA talks about the three vision disorders that can greatly impact a senior’s ability to drive safely: cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.