the number of older drivers on our roads is increasing and changes in vision, flexibility, strength, range of motion and height may reduce an older adult's control behind the wheel.
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7 Simple Adjustments to Help Older Adults Drive Safer — Virginia (10/14/2017)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationTennessee Senior Driver Safety Summit and CarFit Training Event — National (09/19/2016)
Source: Professional AssociationTennessee Senior Driver Safety Summit and CarFit Training Event hosted by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office and Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
Steering to Safety — National (08/28/2016)
Source: NewsHome 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.
DOSCI — National (08/01/2015)
Source: Professional AssociationThe printable card for your officer ticket book can be found here
Signs that an Older Adult’s Driving Skills Need Testing — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe following are warning signs that an older adult may need to have a professional test about whether driving is still safe.
Indiana: Senior Driver and Mobility Services — Indiana
Source: For Profit OrganizationLocated in Indiana, Senior Driving was started to provide transportation services to seniors to help them remain independent and safe.
Older Driver Safety Program — Georgia
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe program utilizes a public health approach to develop collaborative relationships and processes to determine appropriate education, environmental, policy interventions for health and safety professionals, as well as the public
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.
Research for Older Adult Driver Initiative ROADI — North Carolina
Source: UniversityThe overall aim of ROADI is to make motor vehicle driving in North Carolina safe for all drivers and pedestrians.
North Carolina: Contact and Locations for Driving Licensing — North Carolina
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis website provides information for the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles for all ages. It provides information on current driving laws and regulations, obtaining a license or ID, and obtaining a driving record.