The Hartford website is a partner with AARP and gives tips on how family members can start conversations with older drivers regarding their health and ability to continue driving.
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Family Conversations about Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia & Driving — National (03/01/2013)
Source: Professional AssociationWhen Should Elderly Drivers Hang Up the Car Keys? — National (11/18/2012)
Source: Professional AssociationKiplinger gives information on how to approach a senior family member regarding their driving ability and safety behind the wheel.
Utah: Senior Drivers – 2011 Utah Crash Facts — Utah (12/31/2011)
Source: State Agency/ProgramUtah’s Department of Public Safety release its crash rates per licensed driver by age in 2011.
NHSTA 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.
Resources for Law Enforcement Professionals: Older Driver Safety Awareness Week 2022 — National
Source: Professional AssociationChORUS offers a wealth of resources that promote older driver safety. We have curated lists to provide the perfect starting point for exploring resources, materials, and tools specific to you
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.
Spectrum Of Driver Services: Right Services for the Right People at the Right Time — National
Source: Professional AssociationDescription consumers and health care providers can use to distinguish the style of services needed for older adults.
My State Info Traffic Safety Programs for Older Adults North Carolina — North Carolina
Source: State Agency/ProgramState-based information on programs supporting older drivers in North Carolina, including successful strategies, alternate transportation, and funding sources.
Older Driver Safety infographic older Americans month 2024 — National
Source: Professional AssociationUser our infographic image in your social media or in your promotion of Older Americans Month during May.
ChORUS Medical Professionals Press Release — National
Source: Professional AssociationUse these sample press releases in newsletters, publications, or community outreach to encourage participation in recognizing and promoting older driver safety.