Services
For more information about each of our services, please view each of the respective information for these services below:
Comprehensive Driving Evaluation (for individuals with a valid permit or valid driver’s license)
A comprehensive evaluation determines each individual's potential for driving. Additional on-road training may be recommended following completion of the evaluation. The comprehensive evaluation is usually completed in one appointment and may last up to three hours. A comprehensive driving evaluation may include the following: a pre-driver clinical assessment, an on road assessment, and an outcomes discussion. (An on-road assessment is completed at the discretion of the evaluating DRS/DRP depending on the outcomes of the pre-driver clinical assessment and areas of concern identified.
Pre-Driver Clinical Assessment (for individuals without a permit or valid driver's license)
The pre-driver clinical assessment may last up to two hours. A pre-driver clinical assessment includes the following: pre-driver clinical assessment and an outcomes discussion. Depending on the outcomes of the pre-driver clinical assessment, a client may be required to return for an on road assessment at a later time.
Adaptive Equipment Training
Adaptive equipment allows people to maximize their driving independence despite physical challenges that impair their ability to drive. Every individual has unique needs therefore we have a variety of adaptive equipment available to meet the unique needs of every client!
Left foot accelerators redirect the accelerator pedal to a position on the left side of the brake pedal, allowing someone who has loss of use to their right leg the ability to gas and brake safely.
Hand controls allow the driver to operate both the brake and gas pedal using levers that are typically mounted below the steering wheel and attach to the pedals themselves.
Steering devices are apparatuses attached to the vehicle steering wheel to permit safe operation and aid in turning the steering wheel for drivers who must steer with one hand. It allows them to remain in contact with the steering wheel at all times. Steering devices with secondary controls are also available.
Driver Training
We provide driver training to clients that are new drivers, have not driven for a while, are recovering from a new injury, or are anxious about getting behind the wheel again after a recent accident or illness. Following a comprehensive driving evaluation, the Adaptive Driving Program can provide driving training to clients which incorporates driving strategies and coaching to help our clients feel confident and safe about regaining their driving independence.
New Drivers
Being a new driver is fun and exciting! Sometimes though, there might be a few bumps in the road to obtaining a learner’s permit. The Adaptive Driving Program can perform a clinical assessment to facilitate the process of obtaining a learner’s permit. After obtaining a learner’s permit, the Adaptive Driving Program can offer novice drivers on road training with or without the use of adaptive equipment in addition to Training in defensive driving and safe driving skills.
Driving with Bioptics
We are certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles to provide training to individuals that require the use of bioptic lenses to drive. We provide services to meet PennDOT’s requirements to obtain a bioptic learner’s permit and to be meet eligibility requirements to take the road test. Our services include passenger in car skill development in addition to behind the wheel training.
Older Drivers
With advancing age specific, physical, cognitive and visual abilities may decline resulting in an increased risk of accidents and injuries. Additionally, some medications have side effects that could impact one’s safety during driving. Drivers over 70 have a higher risk of being involved in an accident and the fatality rate increases because fragility increases around age 60. However, more than 90% of crashes are preventable. Some warning signs that can indicate a concern with safety during driving include confusion at exits, poor road position or wide turns, not anticipating potential dangerous situation, not observing signs, difficulty with parking and accidents or near misses. If you are concerned about a loved ones driving and safety, contact us! We can provide a comprehensive driving evaluation to assess an older driver’s ability to continue to safely operate a vehicle. Our main objective is to allow the older driver to continue driving as long as they are safe.
Community Mobility Planning
The Adaptive Driving Program offers Community Mobility Planning to clients that have retired from driving or are unable to continue to drive. Being able to access the community to participate in important life events, fulfill daily needs such as accessing food, medication and doctors, in addition to maintaining social connections is an important part of everyday life. We help our clients establish a plan and identify resources to maintain independence in getting around the community when driving is no longer an option.
Vehicle Modification Evaluation
Our Vehicle Modification Evaluations are for individuals that are interested in transporting their mobility device (power wheelchair, scooter, etc) or need a wheelchair accessible van in order to ride as a passenger in their power wheelchair. After completing the vehicle modification evaluation, our driver rehabilitation specialists will prescribe specific equipment depending on your needs.