The purpose of this investigation was to determine what older adults find most concerning about driving as they age and how these concerns are related to driving skills, behaviors, and experiences.
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Driving concerns among older adults: Associations with driving skill, behaviors, and experiences — National
Source: ExpertLaw Enforcement Cards — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationPocket Cards for Law Enforcement to help determine if a person is lost or confused
Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter Presentation — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationPresentation from the Alzheimer's Association about demonstrating awareness of the risk associated with wandering behavior, signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's, list of techniques for effectively interacting with a person with Alzheimer's.
Older Driver — National
Source: US Department of TransportationIf you are an older driver or a caregiver, NHTSA encourages you to talk about driving safety. They offer materials to help you understand the effects of aging and driving.
Checklist of Community Mobility Skills — National
Source: Professional AssociationThis tool merges individual functional mobility with demands required transportation type to assist in identifying transportation options that support and/ or increase safe and effective community mobility.
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.
Understanding Older Drivers — National
Source: US Department of TransportationIt's important to help older drivers make informed decisions about their driving behavior and suggestions on how to begin conversations with an older driver about safety concerns.
ChORUS Family Member and Caregiver Resources — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChORUS Law Enforcement Resource — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChORUS Medical Professionals Resource — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChORUS developed a helpful resource with links and definitions of additional resources you can use when talking to your patience about older driver safety and how you can expand you knowledge on the topic.