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Keeping Aging Drivers Driving Safely
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.
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General Information
- Michigan's Guide for Aging Drivers and Their Families
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.
- Michigan's Driver License Requirements
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.
- AARP Smart DriverTEK Workshop
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.
- Michigan's Guide for Aging Drivers and Their Families
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Self-Screening Resources
- Driving Decisions Workbook
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.
- SAFER Driver: The Enhanced Driving Decisions Workbook
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.
- Fitness-to-Drive Screening Measure Online
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.
- Driving Decisions Workbook
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Health Conditions and Driving
- Straight Talk for Mature Drivers - Rx for Safe Driving
This guide provides information about the possible effects of medications on safe driving and considerations for reducing risk.
- Dementia & Driving Resource Center - Alzheimer's Association
This online resource provides information on having conversations about driving, planning ahead, signs of unsafe driving, and links to other resources.
- Disability License Plates and Parking
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.
- At the Crossroads: A Guide to Alzheimer 's Disease, Dementia, and Driving
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.
The Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (ADED) Disabilities and Driving Fact Sheets
NHTSA Fact Sheets and Videos: Driving when you have...
Alzheimer’s PDF Video Arthritis PDF Video Cataracts PDF Diabetes PDF Video Glaucoma PDF Parkinson's Video Vision Disorders Video
- CDC Medicine Risk Fact Sheet
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.
- Straight Talk for Mature Drivers - Rx for Safe Driving
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Driver Evaluations and Driver Rehabilitation
- Referring a Driver for a Driver Reexamination with the Michigan Department of State
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.
- Driver Assessment Reexamination Process of the Michigan Department of State
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.
- Driving Rehabilitation Agencies and Resources
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.
- Referring a Driver for a Driver Reexamination with the Michigan Department of State