Traumatic brain injury (TBI) results from an impact to the head that disrupts normal brain function. TBI may affect a person's cognitive abilities, including learning and thinking skills.
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) — National
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Source: Professional AssociationThe U.S. DOT regulations pertaining to transportation, 49 CFR Parts 27, 37, and 38,are written to ensure non-discrimination so that people with disabilities will not be excluded from or denied participation in using transportation.
CAN Help Desk — National
Source: Professional AssociationAn older loved one with Alzheimer’s? If you are a family caregiver and have questions or just need to talk, consider reaching out to the Caregiver Help Desk.
Prevent Blindness, Provides Free Resources on AMD and Low Vision Including Dedicated Webpages, Fact Sheets, New Spanish-language Graphics, An Interactive Patient Guide, and More — National
Source: Professional AssociationAs part of February’s Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Low Vision Awareness Month, Prevent Blindness is offering free resources to the public to help educate and empower individuals.
Issues Related to Older Drivers — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists’ website shows that seniors have lower fatal crash rates, but are at a higher risk for fatalities because of their age.
Driving Can Present Challenges for Older Adults — National
Source: Professional AssociationAs we age, however, it is important to realize that mental reaction, situational awareness, vision and motor controls may not be as sharp as they once were. Driving in heavy traffic or in inclement weather might become more challenging.
Find a Driver Rehabilitation Specialist — National
Source: Professional AssociationNeed help finding a Driving Rehabilitation Specialist. Visit AOTA website to help narrow your search.
A Conversation at Thanksgiving Keeping Older Drivers Safe Behind the Wheel — National
Source: Professional AssociationWhen families and older adults plan ahead for community mobility, they have the most choices and the most power.
ChORUS General 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.
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.