Here are some of the most frequent questions around driving that Dr. Resnicks has addressed during her decades of practice taking care of older adults.
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Ask The Expert: How To Help Older Drivers Stay Safe On The Road — National
Source: ExpertChORUS Medical Professionals Resource — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChORUS developed a helpful resource with links and definitions of additional resources you can use when talking to your patience about older driver safety and how you can expand you knowledge on the topic.
ChORUS Medical Professionals Press Release — National
Source: Professional AssociationUse these sample press releases in newsletters, publications, or community outreach to encourage participation in recognizing and promoting older driver safety.
Social Media Messaging for Medical Professionals — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis is the social media messaging for Medical Professionals.
Occupational Therapy Toolkit — National
Source: ExpertThe Occupational Therapy e handouts are organized by 85 treatment guides and are based on current research and best practice.
Clinician’s Guide for Assessing and Counseling Older Drivers (Version 4) Cooperative Agreement between AGS and NHTSA — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe Clinician’s Guide to Assessing and Counseling Older Drivers, 4th Edition, is published by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) as a service to healthcare providers involved in the care of older adults, which is free to register.
ChORUS Older Americans Month Press Release 2023 — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationUse the ChORUS press release ready for immediate release to promote Older Americans Month.
Driving Safety for Older Adults — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationOver 80 percent of older adults have a driver’s license. Older adults who drive a car have freedom and independence. They feel more in control and satisfied with their lives.
Evergreen Campaign Material — National
Source: US Department of TransportationTo learn more about how to recognize and discuss changes in older drivers. You may want to share some of the materials at the following site with family members.
Tips and resources for safe older drivers — National
Source: Professional AssociationMany older adults can drive safely well into their 80s or even beyond. It is important that older driver and the people who care for them evaluate their need to keep them safe while they are on the road.