Navigating when it's time to address driver safety with either yourself or a loved one can often be very difficult. In addition to safety concerns, there can be an emotional component that can make having these conversations hard. The following are resources that can hopefully guide one through this process.
Safe Driving Programs
A state approved Defensive Driving course will not only help you reduce your auto insurance rates, but it can also provide up to a 4 point reduction from your driving record. By completing this course, you are eligible for a mandatory 10% reduction in your insurance premiums for 3 years.
Assessing a Driver
- The Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists -this website allows you to search for certified driver rehabilitation specialists by State
- Learn Well School of Driving -instructors can ride with the person, in a dual control car, and assess their driving ability. They do not revoke licenses.
- DMV Driver Re-evaluation Program -the purpose of this program is to allow a driver to show qualifications to drive. DMV will not remove driving privileges based on age or based on any standard except driving ability.
- CarFit -an educational program created by the American Society on Aging