Driving and Parkinson's

Our May 11, 2023 meeting focused on Driver Assessment and Rehabilitation
 Given by Donna S. Tice, from Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital.

These are some notes and resources mentioned at the meeting.

The meeting notes can also be found on our website under "About us/Past Meetings".

https://www.cdparkinsons.org/past-meetings

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 Resources mentioned in the meeting that may be helpful:
 
 Transitioning from Driver to Passenger
 From https://www.thehartford.com/resources/mature-market-excellence/dementia-driving
 When it’s time for loved ones with dementia to stop driving and how to help them cope with driving cessation, the booklet At the Crossroads (Family Conversations about Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia & Driving) may help guide the conversation.
 Worksheets Excerpted From At the Crossroads Guidebook

 Senior Transportation Options Directory provided by the Albany Guardian Society
 https://albanyguardiansociety.org/
 
 Transportation is a vital link for seniors to remain active and independent in their community. New in 2021, the “Transportation Options for Senior Adults in the Capital Region” directory provides the name, contact information, specific services provided, hours of service, accommodations, and fees for the senior transportation options in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady counties.