New Funding Scheme in QLD: Vehicle Options Subsidy Scheme
Disabled Queenslanders will be able to apply for a subsidy for driving lessons, vehicle assessments and vehicle modifications. The Queensland Government has announced a vehicle[…]
Scrutiny of older drivers may cut deaths but loss of independence can be painful
My father was furious. Then 83, he lived independently in a retirement community and prided himself on being an excellent driver who, early in his[…]
Is there any Financial Assistance in Australia for people with disabilities to assist them to get around?
There is some assistance with the cost of vehicle purchase, modification and repair, and other transport costs. They are: GST exemption, Mobility allowance,[…]
Safety Tips for the Older Driver
In 2002, one in every eight Australians was over the age of 65. Maintaining a driver’s license is an important issue of independence for older[…]
Drugs and the Older Driver
No matter what your age, being able to drive means independence. This independence comes with the responsibility to drive safely. “If you’ve driven for most[…]
Facts about driving and aging
Everyone ages differently, so some people can continue to drive into their seventies, eighties, and even beyond while others cannot or should not. However, the[…]