Who could benefit?

Those individuals returning to driving after an illness or injury such as stroke, brain injury, amputation or neuromuscular conditions such as MS.  Senior citizens who have a decline in function, including changes in physical abilities, memory and speed of processing could also benefit.

What is included in the driving program? 

• A Pre-driving screening is a clinical assessment conducted in the Occupational Therapy Department and is used to determine if an individual has the skills needed to be a safe driver.

• An On-Road Evaluation is recommended following successful completion of the Pre-driving Screening and is conducted by a Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist. We now offer this service here at Saint Agnes through Good Samaritan Adaptive Driving Program. This assessment is conducted in a vehicle equipped with a variety of adaptive controls to accommodate drivers with a variety of disabling conditions.

•  A Driving Education component is included in all aspects of the driver rehab program including counseling, support, instruction in the use of a variety of adaptive equipment and community resources if return to safe driving may not be possible.

Qualified Treatment Team?

• Licensed Occupational Therapists who have been specifically trained in the area of driving rehabilitation

• A Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist completes all of the On-Road evaluations

• We work closely with the Medical Advisory Board at the Maryland MVA

What is the Referral Process?

• A physician’s prescription is required in order to participate in the program

• Valid driver’s license or be eligible for a license with restrictions

• May be initiated by the driver, family member, MVA or other agencies

• Service not typically covered by Medicare or other insurance agencies

 

Resources

American Occupational Therapy Association
www.AOTA.org

Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists
www.driver-ed.org

For more information regarding the Driver Rehab program at Saint Agnes Hospital please call 410-368-2800 or email us .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).