Kiplinger gives information on how to approach a senior family member regarding their driving ability and safety behind the wheel.
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When Should Elderly Drivers Hang Up the Car Keys? — National (11/18/2012)
Source: Professional AssociationDriving Transitions Education (Tools, Scripts, And Practices) — National (06/01/2009)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA's publication "Driving Transitions Education (Tools, Scripts, And Practices)"
ChORUS Older American Month 2023 Talking Points — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationUse these talking points to promote older road user safety in your community.
ChORUS Law Enforcement Resource — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChORUS Radio Spot Lanuage — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe following offers messages that you can customize and share with your local stations to use as a public service announcement or radio spot.
Older Driver Safety Questions and Answers — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationBelow are some commonly asked questions and answers to help when responding to questions from older adults, their family members, and caregivers. Each question has resources that can be found by using the QR code.
Safe Mobility for Older Adults — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAs we age, changes may impact our ability to drive safely. ChORUS resources can help you be a safer driver and plan for the road ahead.
Find a Driver Rehabilitation Specialist — National
Source: Professional AssociationYou can find a Driver Rehabilitation Specialist through the ADED website.
ChORUS 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 Older Americans Month Press Release 2023 — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationUse the ChORUS press release ready for immediate release to promote Older Americans Month.