The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center has information regarding seniors affected with dementia and Alzheimer’s and how to deal with their desire to drive.
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Dementia & Driving Resource Center (A bump in the road) — National (08/16/2011)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationNHSTA Older Driver Safety Program Five - Year Strategic Plan 2012 -2017 — National (12/01/2010)
Source: Professional AssociationThe NHTSA created an older driver safety strategic plan to prevent injuries, save lives and to cut costs on roadway funds. This link provides infomration on building a communication base with older drivers.
Seniors Driving Research by MIT AgeLab and The Hartford — National (06/30/2010)
Source: NewsNewscaster Conn Jackson speaks with MIT AgeLab’s Dr. Liza D’Ambrosio and The Hartford’s Jodi Olshevski about the latest research on senior driving.
Senior Driving Program – CarFit — National (12/02/2009)
Source: For Profit OrganizationBold City Media speaks with a CarFit representative who explains the company’s senior driving program and finding a vehicle best suited for the driver.
A Pocket Guide to Improve Traffic Control and Mobility for Our Older Population — National (01/01/2003)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis pocket guide helps transportation professionals consider the needs of an aging population and covers three key areas -- intersections/interchanges, curves, and temporary traffic control situations (e.g., workzones).
Driving Decisions Workbook — National (01/01/2000)
Source: UniversityThe Department of Transportation and the University of Michigan’s Transportation Research Institute to assist drivers in understanding age-related changes that can affect your ability to drive safely.
Older Drivers and Pedestrians Special Rule — National
Source: US Department of TransportationThe Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act created a new Special Rule for older drivers and pedestrians under 23 USC 148(g)(2), which was cont. under the FAST Act.
Office of Crash Avoidance Research Technical Publications — National
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA provides links to crash avoidance research documents.
Federal Highway Administration — National
Source: US Department of TransportationThe Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) website provides information on core highway topics such as safety, research, development and technology, and innovative program delivery.
Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program — National
Source: US Department of TransportationThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program with $5 billion in appropriated funds over the next 5 years.