Cessation of Driving – How to handle and what to do- OPTIONS

Transitioning from driving can be a difficult life change. No one wants to have to give up driving BUT you can still meet your transportation needs by knowing your options. Planning in advance and understanding your options will help you to continue to live your life in the way you want and to stay connected with family, friends and social activities.

Developing a plan

The key to a smooth transition is to come up with a plan!  Here are some resources:

Eldercare locator

1-800-677-1116

U.S> Administration on Aging. Search by zip code for local transportation options.

eldercare.acl.gov/home

Maryland Department of Aging

1-888-627-5465

marylandaccesspoint.211md.org

Administration for Community Living

202-401-4634

acl.gov

Resources on Housing and Transportation/Independent Living Research Utilization

Uber

www.uber.com

GoGo Grandparent – for people without a smartphone who want to use their cellphone or landline to get an Uber/Lyft

gogograndparent.com

855-464-6872

Association for Driver rehabilitation Specialists

www.aded.net

American Occupational Therapy Association

www.aota.org/olderdriver

MARYLAND ASSOCIATION FOR PARKINSON SUPPORT

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Phone: 1-443-470-0279