Researchers highlight the importance of caregivers having conversations with care recipients and health care professionals about driving.
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Majority of older adults with cognitive impairment still drive — Michigan (07/23/2023)
Source: UniversityOlder adults are more easily distracted — National (05/10/2023)
Source: UniversityThe study assessed the interaction between physical exertion and short-term memory performance when distractors were present or absent in younger and older adults.
The Older Driver — National (09/21/2022)
Source: State Agency/ProgramMerck Manual’s coverage of the older driver includes very informative details which include the Alzheimer’s Association’s warning signs of unsafe driving (hitting curbs, not keeping within lanes and returning late from a routine drive).
Michigan Law Enforcement Aging Driver Roll Call Video — Michigan (06/13/2016)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis video provides law enforcement professionals with tips to help identify potential cognitive impairment and actions to take when there is a concern.
Red Flags for Medically At- Risk Drivers — National (07/29/2014)
Source: State Agency/ProgramBefore the traffic stop look at the red flags for medically at-risk drivers to learn the best way to approach and handle the situation.
Driving Decisions Workbook — National (01/01/2000)
Source: UniversityThe Department of Transportation and the University of Michigan’s Transportation Research Institute to assist drivers in understanding age-related changes that can affect your ability to drive safely.
Older Driver Safety Program — Georgia
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe program utilizes a public health approach to develop collaborative relationships and processes to determine appropriate education, environmental, policy interventions for health and safety professionals, as well as the public
Medical Reporting/Medical Review Process — Florida
Source: State Agency/Programf your state is looking to create a state resource page for Older Drivers, please use these as examples.
Driver Safety for All Ages — National
Source: State Agency/ProgramPresentation presented by the Georgia Department of Driver Services Medical Review Unit.
Physicians Reporting form — New York
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis form is provided for use by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner to report an individual whose driving ability may be affected due to some physical or mental health.