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Older Road User Program Management — National
Source: US Department of TransportationResources for Law Enforcement Professionals: Older Driver Safety Awareness Week 2022 — National
Source: Professional AssociationChORUS offers a wealth of resources that promote older driver safety. We have curated lists to provide the perfect starting point for exploring resources, materials, and tools specific to you
How to Talk With Seniors About Their Unsafe Driving — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationTalking to seniors about their driving abilities can be a difficult conversation to have. For many people, driving represents independence, so giving up that freedom can be very difficult to accept.
Driving Safety and Alzheimer's Disease — National
Source: ExpertGood drivers are alert, think clearly, and make good decisions. When people with Alzheimer's disease are not able to do these things, they should stop driving. But some people may not want to stop driving or even think there is a problem.
Healthy Aging: Is It Time to Stop Driving? — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationYou may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about them.
How to hire a driver for seniors: 6 tips — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationWhen your older adult can’t safely drive themselves, one option is hiring a caregiver to drive them. We’ve got 6 tips to help you find a great caregiver who will safely and reliably drive your older adult around town.
Dementia and Driving — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis fact sheet provides guidelines to help caregivers and persons with dementia decide when and how to limit or stop driving.
Bioptic Driving State Laws — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationDoes your state allow bioptic driving? Learn more here.
Safe Use of Medicines for Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertMedicines help us live longer and healthier. but taking them the wrong way or mixing certain drugs can be dangerous.
Worksheet on Medication — National
Source: ExpertThis form can help keep your medication in order as they may change over time.