Can adolescents and young adults with neurodevelopmental differences learn to drive safely? Yes, and the number of adolescents and young adults driving with neurodevelopmental differences is growing. According to research conducted at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), one-third of autistic individuals without intellectual disability obtain their driver's license by age 21, increasing their mobility as they transition to adulthood. [Read More...] *source: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute
In order to operate a motor vehicle, you must have an instruction permit, probationary license or a valid driver license from another state. Information on obtaining a driver's license can be found here.
Easy Read Motorist's Handbook: an easy-to-read driver handbook for all applicants, including applicants with reading challenges. It’s a condensed version of the Motorists' Handbook.
If you live with a disability (roughly one in four adults in the U.S., according to the CDC), finding reliable transportation and the right insurance can be a hassle. Fortunately, technological advances have opened the door for many people with disabilities to safely drive a car, and there are more and more options for those who need alternative transportation. Read on to find out how to customize your car to accommodate a disability, what kind of auto insurance you may need and how to access transportation if you're unable to drive. [Read More...]
Adaptive Driving Alliance (ADA) is a nationwide group of vehicle modification dealers who provide van conversions, hand controls, wheelchair vans, wheelchair lifts, scooter lifts, tie downs, conversion van rentals, paratransit and other adaptive equipment for seniors and drivers and passengers with disabilities.