Occupational Therapy Practitioners Strive Towards Helping Their Older Patients Remain Independent Through Safe Driving
April 08, 2010
According to the American Occupational Therapy Association, “staying connected to your community is an important part of your well-being. Driving our own car is how we stay mobile and on the go. Driving is how we see the people we want to see and how we do the things we want to do at our convenience. Changes in our physical, mental, and sensory abilities can challenge our continued ability to drive safely. Because occupational therapy practitioners take the time to understand the role that driving plays in your life, they are able to help individuals make a smoother transition from driving to using other forms of transportation.”
