Driving & Transportation / Older Driver
The following are some warning signs that may indicate that an older driver can no longer operate an automobile safely.
Driving Skills/Ability
Safe Driving for Older Adults
Learn more about the different factors that can affect driving as you age and signs of when it may be time to stop driving.
The Beat Goes On: Heart Health, Aging, and Driving Safety
Heart health, driving safety, aging, and independence may seem like they’re part of a random word association game, but these concepts are all key to ensuring older adults maintain a healthy aging process. We all want our older loved ones and the older patients we care for to continue having a fulfilling life where they engage in the community and activities they enjoy. Making healthy choices to improve heart health contributes to better overall health and wellness.
Activities of Daily Living
You can also ask the patient about ADLs, basic tasks such as feeding, dressing, grooming, and bathing, IADL, and more complex tasks that include driving, and using public transportation.
55+ Driver Safety Program (website)
The website hosted by the Georgia Department of Public Health describes the state's 55+ Driver Safety Program and its activities, including CarFit, Yellow Dot, an annual virtual workshop.
Georgia Traffic Safety Quick Facts
Gives a snapshot of the most common factors in crashes involving drivers aged 55 and older: injuries and fatalities demographics, prevention measures, safety resources, and support.
Fall Prevention When Walking in a Winter Wonderland
When the snow begins to fly, icy and snowy roads are not the only concern. Just getting to the car, the mailbox, or the corner store can be challenging on walkways that may have frozen overnight. ChORUS has compiled steps you can take to help prevent falls this winter for you or an older adult in your life.
What Does An Elderly Driving Evaluation Involve
In this brief article, we will explain what an elderly driving evaluation is and how it can help determine when it may be wise to stop driving.
ChORUS Lobby Slides
Integrate one or more of the lobby slides into the information messaging systems you use for those in your waiting areas.
Signs that an Older Adult’s Driving Skills Need Testing
The following are warning signs that an older adult may need to have a professional test about whether driving is still safe.