To prevent crashes, Ohio has state and local programs and resources that can help older adopt strategies to stay safe on the road, as well as find alternatives to driving if they can no longer do so safely.
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Older Driver Safety — Ohio
Source: State Agency/ProgramLaw Enforcement Directions and Links to Older Driver Education Webinars — Minnesota
Source: ExpertAbove are the links to the Older Driver Education Webinars designed for LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS and the Directions to accessing the available POST hour.
Older Driver research - Toward Zero deaths — Minnesota
Source: US Department of TransportationMinnesota research list for older drivers.
DISTRACTED DRIVING — Minnesota
Source: State Agency/ProgramDistracted or inattentive driving is when a driver engages in any activity that might distract them from the primary task of driving — and increases their risk of crashing.
Older Driver Safety — Maryland
Source: State Agency/ProgramGetting older does not necessarily mean persons driving days are over. but it's important to plan ahead and take steps to ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones.
Referring Drivers to MVA Medical Review Process — Maryland
Source: State Agency/ProgramA video of their process of referring Maryland drivers to the DMV.
Red Flags of Medically At-Risk Drivers — Maryland
Source: State Agency/ProgramMaryland’s Red Flag tool.