Decision Aid
Making a decision about stopping driving can be difficult. There are a range of things to consider. The University of Wollongong have developed a useful decision aid for older drivers to assist with their decision to drive. The decision aid will help to support informed decisions about your current driving and the decision to retire from driving. It […]
Fitness to Drive
If you are going to drive a vehicle in the ACT, it is important that you have the capacity to drive safely. Fitness to drive refers to your ability to operate a vehicle safely. There are certain requirements that you must meet in order to maintain a licence in the ACT. You can read more about these requirements here. If you are […]
Fitness to Drive Medical Clinic
The Fitness to Drive Medical Clinic can assess your fitness to drive a vehicle. You may be referred to the clinic by Access Canberra, police, general practitioners and other doctors, nurses, and health care workers. A fitness to drive assessment is a free service, you do not need to pay for it. Click “Visit website” to read […]
Dementia
Dementia can impact your ability to drive in various ways, including finding your way around, remembering where to turn, judging the distance and speed of other road users, reaction time, and coordination. Dementia Australia provide information and resources related to driving. Click “Visit website” to visit the Dementia Australia website. If you are concerned about your driving, you should […]
Other Medical Conditions
There are a range of medical conditions and medications that can impair your ability to drive safely. If you have a medical condition that can impair your ability to drive, you are required to report this to Access Canberra. If you are unsure if a medical condition can impair your ability to drive, you should discuss this with your general practitioner. If […]