This paper shows the results of a statewide telephone conducted in Michigan of drivers and former drivers ages 65 and older on their transportation mode choices and whether they planned for when they could no longer drive.
Search the ChORUS Library
Tips for Your Search
To start, enter a keyword or phrase to find library resources of interest and select “Apply”. Your search results will appear. To filter your results, select one or more filter options from the filter categories (i.e., Audience, Type, Source, etc.). You can choose one or more filters from one or more categories. If you select more than one filter, resources will appear for both of your choices. For example, if you select Individuals and Law Enforcement as Audiences and Screening and Testing as a Topic you will yield a list of all screening and testing materials associated with both audiences.
Driving and Alternatives: Older Drivers in Michigan — Michigan (01/01/2003)
Source: Professional AssociationConsequences 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.
Driving Safely After 60 — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe American Optometric Association gives tips on driving safely after 60 on its website.
Driving Evaluations by an Occupational Therapist — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) website has information about occupational therapists and their ability to conduct office/clinic evaluations behind of the wheel of a car.
Healthy Habits at Age 60 and Beyond — National
Source: Professional AssociationSmall changes can improve your health, this article goes over different ways you can add healthy habits to your life.
How Does Your Car Fit — National
Source: Professional AssociationTrihead wrote an article about the benefits of carfit and the importance of having your car fit you to keep you safe on the road.
Geriatrics Care Online — National
Source: Professional AssociationFree registration to Geriatric Care Online.
ChORUS Press Release Older Americans Month 2024 — National
Source: Professional AssociationUse the ChORUS Press Release in your Older Americans Months efforts to spread the word about older driver safety during the month of May.
Safe Driving for Older Adults — National
Source: Professional AssociationLearn more about the different factors that can affect driving as you age and signs of when it may be time to stop driving.
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week: Understand, Be Proactive, Plan — National
Source: Professional AssociationDuring this week we explore options and choices for clients when “life happens,” affecting driving and mobility and occupational therapy’s response to these changes.