Week 1 Community Mobility Flashcards
Community mobility
Transportation is integral to getting to many activities that are considered essential in the everyday lives of people
What is the role of the state licensing authority on older adults driving?
make the legal determinations about the status of all drivers
What is the role of the researchers on older adults driving?
provide the evidence for making decisions about fitness to drive, particularly when related to screening and assessment
What is the role of the practitioners on older adults driving?
provide the professional screening and evaluation of individual drivers and provide recommendations to the licensing authorities
What is the role of consumers on older adults driving?
drivers, caregivers, family members
What is the role of driver rehab specialist on older adults driving?
provide an expert evaluation and recommendation.
What are some optional types of transportation for community mobility?
personal, public, commercial, and supplemental transportation
What are the five environmental factors impacting transportation usability?
availability
accessibility
affordability
acceptability
adaptability
Define availability
existence of transportation when needed
Define accessibility
transportation is reached and used in light of riders’ abilities/disabilities
Define affordability
the costs are within the users means of reimbursable
Define acceptability
meets standards of cleanliness, safety, courteous/helpful operators
Define adaptability
modification can be made for disabilities and special needs
The OT role in community mobility interventions is based on client and service delivery model
-direct client services
- parent and caregiver education
- organizations-based interventions
What are community mobility plans (CMPs)
conceptual framework to guide intervention
