Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

Many motor-vehicle departments take a proactive approach to assisting older drivers. DMVs in some states:

• Provide a tiered driver-assessment program or assessment counseling
• Host driving-training programs
• Offer pamphlets or conduct information campaigns on safe driving
• Participate in transportation committees that assess drivability of roads and alternatives to driving

Some states have changed the time span between renewal periods for a license based on the driver's age. Others issue restricted licenses based on individual capabilities (only daytime driving, only driving a designated number of miles from home).

Tiered Approaches to Assessment

Example - Tiered Approaches

Driver Training Programs

Example - Driver Training Programs

Pamphlets and Information Campaigns

Example - Pamphlets and Information Campaigns

Make information campaigns culturally and linguistically appropriate for local community members. Having materials reviewed by ethnic communities provides assurance that the messages will be accepted and more likely to reach the appropriate audiences.

Transportation Planning Committees

Example - Planning Committees