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  1. Driving concerns among older adults: Associations with driving skill, behaviors, and experiences — National 

    Source: Expert

    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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  2. Practitioner's Toolkit—OT’s role in driving rehab — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Practitioner's toolkit- OT's role in driving rehab provides tools and resources that promote the growth of occupational therapy programs and services addressing safety mobility and participation in the community as drivers. 

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  3. Community Mobility & Driving with Older Adults — National 

    Source: Expert

    Community mobility is essential for people meet their daily needs such as going to the grocery store, the pharmacy, the bank and medical appointments. 

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  4. Health, safety, self-regulation and the older driver: It's not just a matter of age — National 

    Source: Expert

    The purpose of this research was to examine the impact of age and health on patterns of driving and self-regulation among older adults who still drive.

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  5. Occupational Therapy Toolkit — National 

    Source: Expert

    The Occupational Therapy e handouts are organized by 85 treatment guides and are based on current research and best practice.

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  6. Screening and Management of Age and Medically Related Driving Impairments — National 

    Source: Expert

    This course is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills needed to identify, refer, and, when appropriate, support older adults as they transition out of driving.

    Topics Include:

    • Medical conditions that may affect driving safety
    • Clinical screening tools for assessing driving ability
    • Referral pathways and treatment options
    • California DMV reporting procedures and requirements
       
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  7. What Risks Do Older Drivers Pose to Traffic Safety? — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    RAND Corporation’s website details the risks of older drivers and traffic safety. Information regarding relative risk, driving frequency and fragility are all covered topics,including a compparison of older driver risk to younger drivers.

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  8. Driving Evaluations by an Occupational Therapist — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) website has information about occupational therapists and their ability to conduct office/clinic evaluations behind of the wheel of a car.

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  9. ADED: Recommendations for State Driver License Agencies — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Among the many duties of state driver licensing agencies, protecting the public is a top priority. State licensing agencies work with medical advisory boards to determine if an individual is safe to drive. 

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  10. Driving Safety for Older Road Users — National 

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    This website provides an interactive driving safety questionnaire, safety tips for older drivers, and vehicle safety tips. 

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