Home Instead Senior Care recently launched an online program that provides tips to make the conversation with an older adult about their driving ability a little easier.
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Steering to Safety — National (08/28/2016)
Source: NewsDriving Rehabilitation Programs for Older Drivers in the United States — National (06/27/2014)
Source: Professional AssociationThis study describes various options for driving rehabilitation programs offered in the United States.
Seniors Driving: When Should Your Parents’ Keys Be Taken Away? — National (05/18/2013)
Source: NewsHuffington Post shares a video clips from “The Drs” discussing senior driving and knowing when parents’ keys should be taken away.
To Drive or Not to Drive, That Isn’t the Question — National (12/31/2009)
Source: UniversityThis research examines older drivers and how they rationalize and cope with their own changing psychological and physical functioning.
Usefulness of Off-Road Screening Tests to Licensing Authorities When Assessing Older Driver Fitness to Drive — National (06/11/2007)
Source: ExpertThis paper identifies two off-road screening tests that have been assessed in their usefulness in a senior driver licensing context.
Sensitivity and Specificity of the Assessment of Driving-related Skills Older Driving Screening Tool — National (06/01/2006)
Source: ExpertThe Assessment of Driving-related Skills (ADReS) was created to assist physicians in making decisions regarding their patients’ safe driving ability.
Alaska: Department of Administration — Alaska
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe site also explains Alaska’s state law regarding driver license renewal and how to maintain driving privileges.
Pedestrian Safety / Countermeasures That Work — National
Source: US Department of TransportationRoadway environment, vehicle type, and design, weather, and road user behavior contribute to pedestrian crashes. Learn more about how you can help with pedestrian safety.
ChORUS Family Member and Caregiver Resources — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationPedestrian Safety Resources — National
Source: Nonprofit Organization