Citation

Kua A, Korner-Bitensky N, Desrosiers J. Phys. Occup. Ther. Geriatrics 2007; 25(4): 21-40.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

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Abstract

This reports on a focus group study that explored older individuals' perceptions of skill-specific driver training and factors that would stimulate interest and participation in a driving program. Three focus groups (each with 18 members) were conducted with former and current drivers, 75 years and older, living in Montreal, Canada. The participants were enthusiastic about a driving program and provided recommendations for program content, including traffic law refreshers, retraining of driving-related skills, and on-road driving training/evaluation. The author conclude that their focus group research was the first step in developing effective and practical driving interventions for healthy older drivers based on their desired needs and interests.