State-based information on programs supporting older drivers in Rhode Island, including successful strategies, alternate transportation, and funding sources.
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My State Info Traffic Safety Programs for Older Adults: Rhode Island — Rhode Island (06/17/2023)
Source: State Agency/ProgramGrant Awarded to Help Highway Safety Initiatives Across N.C — North Carolina (11/03/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationMore than $18 million in grants is being awarded to support state and local transportation safety initiatives, the North Carolina Department of Transportation announced.
Driving to Independence — Arizona (07/27/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationDriving To Independence offers a comprehensive driver evaluation and training program.
ChORUS Transportation Budgeting Tool — Arizona (10/16/2020)
Source: For Profit OrganizationThe ChORUS Transportation Budgeting Tool allows you to compare your monthly current transportation costs with estimated monthly alternate transportation costs if you were to give up your car. The tool is designed to help you plan for your future transportation needs.
Rhode Island: License Renewal — Rhode Island (09/14/2020)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationRhode Island’s Division of Motor Vehicles website states that residents 75 years of age and older licenses are valid for two years.
Self-perceptions and Current Practices of High-risk Older Drivers: Implications for Driver Safety Interventions — North Carolina (07/01/2020)
Source: State Agency/ProgramComfort Keepers Senior Care Durham & Chapel Hill discusses safe driving for seniors in their video.
North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program — North Carolina (01/05/2020)
Source: ExpertNorth Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program created a comprehensive website related to senior driver information. This site features 3 different sections with information: Drivers, Caregivers, Professionals.
Law Enforcement — North Carolina
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLaw enforcement officers play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of older drivers. Ncseniordriver.org/ provides resources on how law enforcement can better understand how to interact with older drivers in their community.
Reporting an Unsafe Driver — Arizona
Source: State Agency/ProgramArizona DOT has posted reporting unsafe driver requirements for law enforcement and physicians and others on how you can report an Unsafe driver in your area.
NC licensing policies and practices — North Carolina
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLicensing policies and practices in the state of NC