Because you want to make sure your loved one doesn't become one of those unfortunate statistics, take a proactive approach to make sure your parents, partner, or spouse is still fit to drive.
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Is It Time for Your Loved One to Retire From Driving? — National (10/21/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationHow to Speak to Your Parent’s Doctors: Tips for Successful Communication With Your Parent and Their Care Team — National (10/08/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationMany aging drivers feel that driving is their lifeline-but how do we know when an older driver is no longer safe on the road? Learn about the many variables that impact driving ability and how to develop solutions.
Living With Disabilities — National (09/30/2021)
Source: US Department of TransportationInfographic from the United States Census Bureau about people living with disabilities.
Driving to Independence — Arizona (07/27/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationDriving To Independence offers a comprehensive driver evaluation and training program.
Quiz: Do You Know the Rules of the Road? — National (06/11/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLegal and tech changes mean even longtime drivers have gaps in their driving know-how. Take the AARP quiz to test your driving knowledge.
Driver Assistance Technology Overview — National (05/17/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationWe discuss blind spot warning, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking and pedestrian automatic emergency braking. Engineering Explained’s Jason Fenske explains these driver assistance technologies
Still going Strong: Healthcare Providers — National (05/04/2021)
Source: US Department of TransportationWhat can you do to prevent motor vehicle crash deaths and injuries in your patients?
Traffic Safety Facts Older Population — National (05/01/2021)
Source: US Department of TransportationTips to Avoid Distracted Driving — National (04/06/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThere are aspects in everyday life that can cause distractions while driving. This blog goes over ways to avoid distractions while you are in your vehicle.
DCM: Stroke Recovery Includes Driving Through Occupational Therapy — National (04/02/2021)
Source: Nonprofit Organization2:16 Minute video sharing a case study about stroke recovery, that “mobility is everything” and the importance of including return to driving through Occupational Therapy.