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The Disabled Driver's Evaluation Program is for people who have experienced an illness or injury that has impaired their cognitive, visual or motor skills. The program helps determine whether or not safe operation of a motor vehicle is possible and assists with alternative transportation options, if necessary. We work closely with the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles' Driver Improvement Office. Also, be sure to inquire with us about driving adaptive equipment available in your area.
Referrals
All participants in the program must have a prescription from a licensed Alaskan physician prior to scheduling an appointment. Our offices can help facilitate the prescription process if required. Referral sources are accepted from any concerned individual, family member or agency.
Possible Participant Diagnoses
Some people who have experienced serious illness or injury may not know how their driving skills are affected. As an activity of daily living, driving is an important component of our occupational therapy program.
Program participants may include people who have:
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Alzheimer's |
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Dementia |
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Parkinson's |
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Learning Disabilities |
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Brain Attack/Stroke |
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Psychiatric Disorders |
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Autism |
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Anoxia |
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Arthritis |
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Amputations |
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Multiple Trauma |
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Polio/Post Polio |
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Traumatic Brain Injuries |
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Peripheral Neuropathies |
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Spinal Cord Injuries |
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome |
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Multiple Sclerosis |
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Congenital Abnormalities |
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Description of Program
The Disabled Driver's Evaluation Program includes three separate phases. All evaluations are performed at the Providence Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Therapy Center
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Phase I: primarily conducted in the clinic environment and evaluates basic mobility and cognitive skills.
Phase II: a continuing evaluation conducted in a vehicle on the road.
Phase III: is designed to provide more intensive training and to evaluate the need for vehicle modifications.
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