Resources
Funding Sources
Office of Vocational Rehab (OVR)
Program serves people who have disabilities that present a substantial impediment to employment. Services are provided to individuals to prepare for, secure, retain, or regain employment. If you’re an eligible candidate for their services, it may include driving assessment and training as part of your plan.
Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF)
A statewide, non-profit organization that provides financing opportunities, education, and advocacy for people with disabilities and older Pennsylvanians, helping them to acquire the assistive technology devices and services that improve the quality of their lives.
Veterans Administration (VA)
Veterans may be eligible for financial assistance with driving evaluation and training. The link for the Philadelphia VA is provided below.
Affiliations
Association of Driving Rehab Specialists (ADED)
Organization dedicated with promoting the highest standards for driving rehab and providing the Best Practices Guide for the Delivery of Driving Rehab Services.
National Mobility Equipment Dealer Association (NMEDA)
Organization for manufactures and mobility vendors within the driving rehab industry.
Senior Drivers
CarFit
There's a lot more to safe driving than how you drive. Having the proper fit inside your vehicle can make a big difference and help protect you and those around you. With CarFit, an educational program developed by AAA, AARP, and the American Occupational Therapy Association, you’ll get information and resources on how you can enhance your safety in the driver’s seat.
Mature Driver Improvement Courses
There are PennDOT-approved courses that focus on the safety needs of mature drivers, educating them about the impact of aging on driving abilities and offering insights into navigating contemporary roadways. Pennsylvania drivers aged 55 and above may qualify for a 5% insurance discount upon completing one of the courses. For program details, individuals should consult their insurance carrier and visit the link to view approved providers.
