Helping Older Ohioans Continue to Drive

Helping Older Ohioans Continue to Drive

Author: Carol Ventresca and Brett Johnson December 4, 2023 Duration: 49:26
Looking Forward Our Way
SocietySociety & CultureCultureEducationSelf Improvement

We had the pleasure of talking with Kimberly Schwind, Assistant Director & Training Programs Administrator, Ohio Traffic Safety Office for the Ohio Department of Public Safety. And Angie Wise, Ohio Statewide CarFit Coordinator for the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging, about important initiatives to support the mobility and safety of older Ohioans behind the wheel.

Here are 3 key takeaways from our conversation:

1️⃣ Self-Assessment: It's crucial for older drivers to regularly assess their comfort and capabilities on the road. Visit the Stay Fit to Drive website to access a helpful self-assessment checklist. Identifying areas of discomfort will allow you to adjust your driving habits accordingly and plan road trips during the day if night driving is a concern.

2️⃣ Improve Your Skills: Taking driving courses, such as those offered by AAA or AARP, can enhance your driving skills and help you adapt to new technologies in vehicles. Whether you love or find certain features tiresome, becoming familiar with technology will boost your confidence behind the wheel.

3️⃣ Community Support: Approaching the conversation of giving up driving can be difficult, but remember that numerous resources are available to maintain your independence. Driver rehabilitation specialists throughout Ohio can help evaluate your abilities, suggest alternative transportation options, and provide adaptive equipment if needed. Additionally, explore support within your community, such as neighbors, relatives, or spiritual community members, who may be able to serve as alternative drivers.

Here are the resources we mention in the podcast.

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Copyright 2026 Carol Ventresca and Brett Johnson


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