Because driving represents independence and freedom for most older adults, the idea of limiting or giving up driving can be a deeply personal and emotional issue.
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Family Conversations With Older Drivers — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationOlder Driver Safety — Maryland
Source: State Agency/ProgramGetting older does not necessarily mean persons driving days are over. but it's important to plan ahead and take steps to ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones.
Adapted Vehicles — National
Source: US Department of TransportationOlder Adults can often drive safely by making modifications or adding adaptive equipment to their vehicles to meet their specific needs.
Aggressive Driving — District of Columbia
Source: State Agency/ProgramYou are well advised to keep you cool in traffic- research from the NHTSA and AAA's foundation show that aggressive driving accounts for 1/3 and half of all traffic fatalities.
Ask The Expert: How To Help Older Drivers Stay Safe On The Road — National
Source: ExpertHere are some of the most frequent questions around driving that Dr. Resnicks has addressed during her decades of practice taking care of older adults.
Helping older drivers fight distracted driving: NCSU researchers target ‘Attention Failure’ — National
Source: NewsResearcher From North Carolin State University and Texas Tech have developed a straightforward questionnaire that older adults can use to assess their attentional performance during driving
Taking the Keys Away: What to Do If a Senior Won't Stop Driving — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationMany family caregivers sometimes fear that their aging loved ones are no longer safe behind the wheel. Hesitation to act on this worry is normal, but ignoring the warning signs that a senior is unfit to drive is.
Who Provides Driver Rehabilitation Services — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists representing advanced experience and expertise in diverse areas within the field.
Safe Use of Medicines for Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertMedicines help us live longer and healthier. but taking them the wrong way or mixing certain drugs can be dangerous.
Safety Issues & Recalls — National
Source: US Department of TransportationUse National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations Safety Issues & Recall website to find your vehicle and see if it needs updates.