This brief paper describes the contents of the special issue and offers links to the specific content developed by AOTA/NHSTA that can be accessed free from the AOTA Older Drivers website.
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The Gaps and Pathways Project for Medically-at-Risk Older Drivers — National (04/22/2014)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationUniform Guidelines for State highway Safety Programs — National (04/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationIn this guideline, there are recommendations regarding specific partner groups like old road users to implement a comprehensive highway safety program.
Understanding Older Drivers: An Examination of Medical Conditions, Medication Use, and Travel Behavior — National (04/01/2014)
Source: ExpertThis study of two national databases provides details on older driver travel behaviors, automobility, and medication use.
Consensus Statements on Driving for Persons with Dementia — National (02/25/2014)
Source: ExpertThis paper works as a guide for occupational therapists when addressing driving, mobility and dementia in seniors.
Fit for the Road: Older Drivers’ Crash Rates Continue to Drop — National (02/20/2014)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reported that older drivers were less likely to be involved in car crashes than prior generations and that they’re also less likely to be killed or injured in a car accident.
Study: Aging Drivers Crash Less Often Than Earlier Generations — National (02/20/2014)
Source: NewsThis article reports on the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s findings that drivers aged 70 and older are less likely to be involved in crashes than previous generations.
Compendium of Traffic Safety Research Projects (1985-2013) — National (01/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationBrief summaries of research on alcohol-involved driving, drug-involved driving, occupant protection (e.g., seat belts, and child safety seats), speed and other unsafe driving behaviors.
Driving Tips for Seniors — National (01/01/2014)
Source: For Profit OrganizationAAA produced a video with reminders and tips for senior drivers. Tips include following speed limits and sticking to familiar roads when driving at night.
Driving Cessation Hinders Aging Adults Volunteer and Work Lives, Social Lives Okay in Short Term — National (09/17/2013)
Source: NewsScience Daily published a press release which states the researchers’ results regarding how seniors’ driving cessation affected their ability to work, volunteer and remain social.
Warning Signs of Unsafe Driving — National (09/03/2013)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAARP gives examples of how you can tell if an older driver is unsafe on the road.