Grant: CIHR Café Scientifique Program

The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) is pleased to apply for the opportunity to organize and host two CIHR Cafés Scientifiques on "How to Enhance Older Drivers' Safety". Older drivers need to be part of the discussion between researchers, stakeholders and practitioners in order to design and offer services which enhance safe driving practices, contribute to healthy living, wellbeing, injury prevention, reduced mortality and enhanced public safety. The issue of medical risk, age and driving has attracted major media attention over the past few months and will most certainly interest a large and diverse audience. The two Cafés would be held in Ottawa, privileged location as it is home to several major national seniors and health care professional agencies.