Driving Safety
ACL (Allen Cognitive Lacing) for the Win!
And the Allen Cognitive Test (ACL) comes to the rescue again for a win!! Hello OT friends! I used the ACL (Allen Cognitive Lacing Test) to understand my client’s readiness to drive again! It is really a great tool. This time my client, had no more than an eighth-grade education and grew up as a…
Read MoreDriving with Adaptive Equipment: Following this Easy Process
Ready to drive after an arm or leg injury? Wondering what equipment options are out there? We’ve got you covered! Let’s explore driving with adaptive equipment! Here are a few facts about adaptive equipment: There are lots of equipment options, from simple to complex. It helps you drive after a stroke, amputation, neuropathy, or any…
Read MoreDecipher Driving Rehab Credentials
Let’s decipher the driving rehab credentials! The world of driving rehab is riddled with credentials – SCDCM, CDRS, DRS, and more. Does any of it make a difference? Let us help decipher these driving rehab credentials. Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (DRS) Driver rehabilitation specialist (DRS) is a general term that may be used by anyone with…
Read MoreIs Driving Still an Option if I have Parkinson’s Disease?
Absolutely! Driving with Parkinson’s may still be an option! While Parkinson’s disease can impact how we move or how quickly we respond, many clients continue driving after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. However, it is important to partner with your doctor and driver rehabilitation specialist (DRS) to make sure you still have the skills needed…
Read MoreWhat does falling have to do with driving?
Is there a connection between falling & driving? Yes, there is! Did you ever consider the connection between falling and driving? The AAA Foundation is reporting that drivers with a history of falling are 40% more likely to be involved in a car crash. Falling is something we all want to avoid. And driving is…
Read MoreCelebrating Older Driver’s Safety Awareness Week 2019!
Adaptive Mobility was on-site, Friday 12/6/2019 to celebrate Older Driver Safety Awareness Week 2019. ODSAW is a full week focusing on adult driver’s safety. During this week, we share a variety of ideas on: http://pacast.com/m?p=17636
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