This study examined the effectiveness of an occupational therapist's visual scanning training program as an intervention to improve the visual scanning performance of healthy older drivers.
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Visual Scanning Training For Older Drivers — National (05/01/2022)
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Finding Transportation Services for Seniors — National (04/21/2022)
Source: AssociationThere are many transportations and driving services for elders who can no longer drive themselves. Agingcare can provide ideas on how to search for other transportation options.
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Driver’s License Renewal Laws for Older Drivers — National (04/20/2022)
Source: AssociationDriver's license renewal time including seniors will be viewed as an individual, not as part of a group. this is the time to ask yourself the tough question: Should I continue the drive?
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Can You Drive With Multiple Sclerosis? — National (03/24/2022)
Source: NewsIn this article, we examine how MS affects driving, how to get evaluated, and what modifications can be made to your car.
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5 Ways to Make Your Car More Accessible — National (02/09/2022)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAARPs 5 Ways to Make Your Car More Accessible is a good starting point in the process of learning what you can add to your vehicle. An occupational therapist can help you find the safest and appropriate gear to help with your mobility.
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Georgia Traffic Safety Facts: Traffic Safety During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency — Georgia (02/01/2022)
Source: AssociationThe purpose of this issue brief is to explore roadway travel and changes in drivers' behavior in Georgia during the first two years of the COVID-19 public health emergency response.
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Raging Aging Symposium series, 2021 (session recordings) — National (01/14/2022)
Source: AssociationA pop-up symposium supported by a grant from the Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety.
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Caregiver Resources | Raging Aging Symposium — Georgia (01/12/2022)
Source: Nonprofit 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 "Caregiver Resources".
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Driving With Diabetes: How to Stay Safe — National (01/11/2022)
Source: AssociationFor many Americans, driving is a big part of life. Most people with diabetes can do it safely, but there are some things to keep in mind before you get behind the wheel.
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Guidelines for Older Driver Safety for State & Local Roadways | Raging Aging Symposium — National (01/10/2022)
Source: Nonprofit 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"