A summary chart of state-based information on programs supporting older drivers in several states, including successful strategies, alternate transportation, and funding sources.
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My State Info Traffic Safety Programs for Older Adults: Summary Chart — National (08/21/2023)
Source: US Department of TransportationMy State Info Traffic Safety Programs for Older Adults Alaska — Alaska (06/17/2023)
Source: State Agency/ProgramState-based information on programs supporting older drivers in Alaska, including successful strategies, alternate transportation, and funding sources.
Has anyone reported a parent to the DMV to prevent them from driving anymore? — National (05/29/2023)
Source: For Profit OrganizationAging care blog post about how to report a parent to the DMV.
How To Take the Keys Away From an Elderly Driver: A Step by Step Guide — National (03/29/2023)
Source: For Profit OrganizationArriving at a solution that alleviates family members’ concerns and satisfies a senior’s desire for autonomy requires patience, compromise, and a step-by-step approach.
Promoting Older Driver Safety: Guide for State Practices — National (01/01/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationAs state-level agencies charged with providing information and programs on behavioral traffic safety, SHSOs are a logical place to develop a more extensive older driver safety program
When Is It Time For Aging Parents To Give Up Driving? — National (05/26/2022)
Source: NewsThe subject of driving for elders can get quite emotional. It is a symbol of independence and freedom. It can also be increasingly dangerous as we age.
Guidelines for Older Driver Safety for State & Local Roadways | Raging Aging Symposium — National (01/10/2022)
Source: For Profit OrganizationThe Georgia Department of Public Health's 55+ Driver Safety Program hosted a series of presentations focused on aging road users. Here is the presentation recording of "Guidelines for Older Driver Safety for State & Local Roadways"
Equity In Transportation; How Do We Get There? | Raging Aging Symposium — National (01/07/2022)
Source: ExpertThe Georgia Department of Public Health's 55+ Driver Safety Program hosted a series of presentations focused on aging road users. Here is a presentation recording of Equity in Transportation; How Do We Get There?
Grant Awarded to Help Highway Safety Initiatives Across N.C — North Carolina (11/03/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationMore than $18 million in grants is being awarded to support state and local transportation safety initiatives, the North Carolina Department of Transportation announced.
Texas: Denton County's Transit Blog Hop on Board — Texas (09/16/2020)
Source: Professional AssociationA transit blog for Denton County, North Texas transportation.