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1Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, CTTC Building, 3400- 1125 Colonel By Drive. Ottawa, ON K1S 5R1. jcraik@caot.ca
Background:
As older adults are the fastest growing segment of the driving population, the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) has taken older driver safety as a key priority.
Purpose:
The purpose of this paper is to present the National Blueprint for Injury Prevention in Older Drivers (Blueprint) and its related activities.
Key Issues:
Since 2006, CAOT has been working on initiatives relating to the National Blueprint for Injury Prevention in Older Drivers. The most recent activities include the launch of informational brochures and a website.
Implications:
The Blueprint and its related activities were developed with the intent to prolong safe driving among older adults in Canada, and to propose future actions to be addressed by all stakeholders interested in older driver safety.
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