Dealing with a loved one's ability to drive is an emotional issue, involving not just a person's sense of independence, but also their safety and the safety of others.
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Alzheimer's Disease and Driving — Virginia
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationRoadmap to Living with Vision Loss: What Kinds of Services Will You Need to Maintain Independence? — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThese services can help individuals regain self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life, similar to how occupational and physical therapy can restore function after an injury.
A Guide to Vision Loss for Family and Friends — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe information here can provide advice and direction on how to assist your loved one with adapting successfully to the many changes ahead.
Support Groups and Other Resources — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationIf you’ve been diagnosed with an eye condition, have a family member who has, or have become a caregiver, joining a support group may be the most important thing you’ll ever do.
Getting Started 2020: A Guide for People New to Vision Loss — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe information provided can help you navigate your journey. It will point you in the direction of finding the tools, information, support systems, and guidance you seek during this new and challenging time.
APH Connect Center — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLooking for resources and services related to vision loss? APH Connect Center can connect you to whatever information you need.
Transportation Technical Assistance Coordination Library (TACL) — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationTACL provides a sustainable methodology and platform for access and findability of rural and tribal transit coordination resources across a diverse rant of transportation technical assistance
Law Enforcement — North Carolina
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLaw enforcement officers play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of older drivers. Ncseniordriver.org/ provides resources on how law enforcement can better understand how to interact with older drivers in their community.
Defensive Driving for Mature Drivers — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAs we age, it is important to realize that mental reaction, situational awareness, vision, and motor controls may not be as sharp as they once were. Driving in traffic or work zones, through weather or even night becomes more challenging
We Need to Talk — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis online self-paced seminar will help you determine how to assess your loved ones driving skills and provide tools to help you have this important conversation.