Fitness to drive assessments evaluate whether it is safe for someone to continue to hold a drivers licence.
These assessments are suitable for experienced drivers who have a disability or medical condition that may impair their capacity to drive. This includes individuals of an older age where there may be concerns due to a generalised decline in physical or cognitive abilities.
Fitness to drive assessments focus on determining whether the persons medical condition or disability is impairing their ability to drive.
The fitness to drive assessments follow a standard format to ensure valid and reliable outcomes. We provide fitness to drive assessments in the one day for a total of $775.96. Additional travel charges may be applicable for travel. The assessment includes:
The occupational therapist will complete a comprehensive assessment to evaluate your vision, movement, strength, sensation, coordination, reaction time and cognitive abilities.
The occupational therapist will gain an understanding of your medical and driving history, needs and goals moving forward. Several formal and informal assessments are completed to gather an understanding of your function relevant to driving.
You will complete this in a dual controlled vehicle. A Driving Instructor will also be present to provide direction. The drive will begin in a quiet residential area to provide familiarisation to the vehicle. The drive will then proceed through a standard route that encompasses typical driving demands to hold a WA drivers licence.
We follow a route that encompasses a variety of driving demands, as stipulated in the licensing and competency standards to ensure validity and reliability across all assessments.
Following the on-road assessment we will return to your home and discuss the recommendations.
A report with recommendations will be written following the assessment. A copy will be provided to you, the referring practitioner and the Department of Transport.
Discover how our tailored occupational therapy driving services can help you gain your independence and get back on the road with confidence. From fitness to drive assessments to vehicle modifications and capacity building, we offer a complete range of support designed around your unique goals and abilities. Explore what’s possible with Drive On Therapy.
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Whether you’re ready to get back on the road or simply have questions, we’re here to help.
At Drive On Therapy, we’re passionate about supporting your journey toward independence through personalised driving assessments, vehicle modifications, and capacity building.
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