Professional Driver Safety Evaluations in Massachusetts for Driving Safety
Helping you make the right decision
At Driving Solutions, driver safety is our number one priority. We believe that you should continue to drive, as long as you are safe to do so. Keep your driving freedom with confidence. Our Occupational Therapy Driver Consultant (OTDC) will conduct a comprehensive driving evaluations to help you and your family make informed decisions about driving safety.
Our Services
Mature and Senior/Older Drivers
Driving Solutions believes a family centered approach to any driving question is the best way to work with an older driver. We take the time to understand your loved ones’ driving issues. Then we perform a professional, objective and personalized assessment of the driver’s social, medical and cognitive issues. Together with the family we will help you make the right decision about an older drivers’ fitness to drive
Medical Conditions
Does a particular medical condition interfere with someone’s ability to safely drive? An Occupational Therapy driver evaluation specialist can guide that decision. We are the go-to heath care professional that is knowledgeable about medical conditions and their effect on driving performance.
Virtual Driver Consultation-New!
Do you live in a rural area with no driver evaluation specialist nearby? Do you know someone who may be unsafe to drive? Are you reluctant to bring it up? If you need help deciding what to do in that situation book a 30 minute professional driver consultation on the Zoom platform. We will guide you with a remote, private consultation with a Driving Solutions therapist.
Do You Know Someone Who Shouldn't Be Driving?
In the USA, we are highly dependent on the automobile for transportation. Many people see no way to live without driving. Living in a walkable location is a real benefit for those wishing to age in place.
After all, studies show that we will all outlive our ability to drive safely.
Some have chosen to live in a quiet suburban area and, later, without driving, find themselves stuck in the suburbs with few options to get to important places.
Driving levels the mobility playing field. This means that when you’re behind the wheel of a car, nobody can tell if you are an amputee or have arthritis in your hips and difficulty walking. Behind the wheel, you move freely along the traffic flow at the same pace as everybody else.
Not driving is a stigma that most wish to avoid.
Driving retirement is difficult for caregivers and families to address, knowing it’s a sensitive, life-changing subject for everyone.
Driving is a family issue and requires an open and honest discussion about risk and liability.
How do you start a conversation like that?
TheHartford.com has a publication entitled We Need To Talk, which addresses the issues surrounding driver safety. Access it for free in the Resources tab of this website or by clicking below
What is Driving Solutions Driver Safety Program?
The Driving Solutions driver safety program evaluates the physical, visual and cognitive capabilities of a current driver. Our goal is to keep Massachusetts roadways safe by providing a comprehensive, personalized and objective driver evaluation.
We will send a skilled Occupational Therapy (OT) driver safety consultant to any location in eastern Massachusetts to evaluate and consult with the driver and their loved ones.
Why choose Driving Solutions?
Judy M. Romano, MS, OT/L
Occupational Therapist | Driver Evaluation Specialist
Founder and CEO, Driving Solutions, LLC
We come to you
No need to book an appointment at a clinic you’ve never been to before. With Driving Solutions we meet in the privacy of your home. The atmosphere is relaxed, social, personalized and professional. We meet at a time and place that works for you and your family.
We have the time to get to know you
Many driver evaluation specialists in Massachusetts work in clinical
settings and are under time and productivity pressure. With a home based appointment we take whatever amount of time is needed to get a quality outcome. Plan on a 2+ hour session. Pre evaluation phone consultations are encouraged and free of charge. Call or text Judy at 508 878 9583
How does my medical condition affect driving?
Occupational therapists are specifically trained to understand the impact of medical conditions on function. No other healthcare professional brings that medical perspective to driving questions. Driving is an occupation so we strive to know what driving means to you and your family. You should drive for as long as you are safe to do so.
We understand that driving is a family issue
Driving safety is a complicated family issue. Discussions and decisions about driving are best if done in an open, honest manner with interested parties present for clarity and problem solving. A family member is required to be present for every evaluation meeting. We help you make the right decision about driving.
What Our Clients Have to Say
Bonus: Are you doing Caregiving?
Learn the best strategies to make everyday caregiving easier. Reduce your stress as a caregiver and regain your life. You will get the training and support you need from an experienced family caregiver with a healthcare career. We support you virtually, on your schedule, about the SPECIFIC caregiving issues you want help with. Let’s take a deep dive into caregiver training for you. It’s about fall prevention, aging in place, medical problems of aging, driver safety, and more.