Families and friends of aging drivers will find the information and resources to help keep their loved ones safe on the road. Topics such as driving self-assessments for aging drivers, health concerns, and the process for confidentially referring a driver for a driver reexamination are discussed here.
This guide is a resource for Michigan's aging drivers, their family members, and caregivers, helping them to understand how aging and age-related changes in health status affect the ability to drive safely. It also provides references to additional information and services.
This is a link to the requirements for a Michigan Driver's License. All motorists must have a valid driver's license to drive on Michigan's public roads. They are issued for up to four years and expire on the driver's birthday.
A free 90 minute workshop to learn all about the latest high-tech safety features in your current car, or what technology to look for when shopping for a new car. The safety benefits of blind spot warning systems, forward collision warnings and more.
This workbook will help drivers learn about age-related changes in abilities and habits that could affect safe driving. After individuals respond to questions about themselves, feedback is provided about what various changes may mean for driving and what can be done to increase safety.
This online workbook will help drivers think more carefully about health concerns they may be experiencing that could affect safe driving. After responding to questions, customized feedback is provided about what various concerns may mean for driving and what can be done to increase safety.
A web-based tool for caregivers and/or family members of older drivers and occupational therapy practitioners (OT) to identify at-risk older drivers. Caregivers and/or family members who have driven with the driver in the last three months, can rate a driver's difficulties with 54 driving skills. through this on-line screening. Based on the specific driver category, recommendations are given as follow-up steps.
This guide provides information about the possible effects of medications on safe driving and considerations for reducing risk.
This online resource provides information on having conversations about driving, planning ahead, signs of unsafe driving, and links to other resources.
The site provides information about the eligibility requirements for Michigan disability license plates and both permanent and temporary disability parking placards. Links are provided to application forms and an informational brochure.
This guide is designed to help people with dementia and their families maximize independence while minimizing driving risk. It provides suggestions for monitoring, limiting, and retiring from driving.
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Prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines (OTC), dietary supplements, and even some herbal products can cause side effects that increase your risk of a fall or motor vehicle crash. Use this fact sheet, from the CDC, to identify medicines that put you at risk, potential side effects, and questions to ask your doctor.
The steps for referring an individual to the Michigan Department of State for a driver reexamination are explained at this site, including how the reexamination is administered and what possible outcomes might result.
This is a link to the Secretary of State's website that outlines the process the Michigan Department of State uses to reexamine an individual's safe driving abilities and the physical, mental, and vision standards.
This link includes a list of agencies that provide specialized services related to driving rehabilitation. Information is also provided on whether the agency provides on-the-road evaluations and whether they have a certified driving rehabilitation specialist on staff.