The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) website has information about occupational therapists and their ability to conduct office/clinic evaluations behind of the wheel of a car.
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Driving Evaluations by an Occupational Therapist — National
Source: Professional AssociationTip Sheet: Safety Tips For Older Drivers — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationVarious physical issues linked to aging can interfere with safe driving, it’s important that older drivers—and the people who care for them—evaluate their needs to keep them safe while they’re on the road.
DriveSharp — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationThe program, DriveSharp, provides engaging brain-training exercises that can be completed in the comfort and privacy of your own home.
Kansas Retire your keys Posters — Kansas
Source: State Agency/ProgramA poster along with the other two attachments that were developed by Kansas Department of Transportation.
Resources for Older Driver Safety Awareness Week — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLobby Slide two — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLobby Slide 2: Safe mobility is the key to keeping an active lifestyle.
Indiana: Senior Driver and Mobility Services — Indiana
Source: For Profit OrganizationLocated in Indiana, Senior Driving was started to provide transportation services to seniors to help them remain independent and safe.
Older Driver and Family Resources Older Driver Safety Awareness Week — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationOlder Drivers Safety Program — National
Source: State Agency/ProgramOlder drivers have an excessively high rate of motor vehicle fatalities compared to other adult age groups, on a per vehicle mile traveled (VMT) basis.
Driving in Winter Weather — National
Source: US Department of TransportationHelpful driving tips for older road users about how to prepare for driving in the winter months. Whether it's snow, sleet, or ice, winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions.