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  1. Driving & Transportation / Older Driver — Virginia 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    The following are some warning signs that may indicate that an older driver can no longer operate an automobile safely.

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  2. Safe Driving for Older Adults — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Learn more about the different factors that can affect driving as you age and signs of when it may be time to stop driving.

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  3. How to Find Out if Your Elderly Parent is Safe to Drive in Virginia — Virginia 

    Source: Professional Association

    Are you worried that your elderly parent is no longer safe to drive? This article will tell you what to do next, especially if your loved one lives in Virginia.

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  4. Americans with Disabilities Act: Requirements for Section 5310 Recipients — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    The 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.

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  5. Driving Can Present Challenges for Older Adults — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    As 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.

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  6. Driving After Traumatic Brain Injury — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    A brain injury can affect the skills needed to drive safely. If and when an injured person may safely return to driving should be addressed early in recovery.

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  7. Time For Them To Stop Driving? 6 Tips for Having “The Talk” With Seniors — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    When ability behind the wheel starts to diminish, there are ways to address the issue.

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  8. Social Service Transportation Planning — California 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    The Mobility Coordinator works with all the transportation providers in San Luis Obispo County to find ways for people who don't have access to their own transportation or who are unable to us public transportation, get around the community.

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  9. Low Vision Glasses For Driving, Keeping You In The Driver’s Seat — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Living with poor eyesight and losing the ability to drive may lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, anger, and withdrawal from society.  We must do all possible to maintain the patient’s self-sufficient.

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  10. 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 Association

    As 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.

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