In America, six million people are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, but by 2050 that number is projected to more than double.1 As the rate of Alzheimer’s disease rises, more caregivers will need to care for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Currently, more than 11 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s.1
Lean the skills necessary to manage a successful and sustainable older road user safety program. Individuals involved with older road user safety have specific needs that are often not met in other courses.
ChORUS offers a wealth of resources that promote older driver safety. We have curated lists to provide the perfect starting point for exploring resources, materials, and tools specific to you
ChORUS offers a wealth of resources that promote older driver safety. We have curated lists to provide the perfect starting point for exploring resources, materials, and tools specific to you
Good drivers are alert, think clearly, and make good decisions. When people with Alzheimer's disease are not able to do these things, they should stop driving. But some people may not want to stop driving or even think there is a problem.
The purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive and detailed resource on the topics of cognition and driving for clinicians, research, and policymakers working on efforts related to older adult drivers.
Cognitive impairment is a significant risk factor for hazardous driving among older drivers with Alzheimer’s dementia; little is known about how the driving habits of mild symptoms compare.
This fact sheet provides guidelines to help caregivers and persons with dementia decide when and how to limit or stop driving.
For many Americans, driving is a big part of life. Most people with diabetes can do it safely, but there are some things to keep in mind before you get behind the wheel.
For many Americans, driving is a big part of life. Most people with diabetes can do it safely, but there are some things to keep in mind before you get behind the wheel.