Providing assistance and advocacy for older adults & persons with disabilities in The wilmington, NC Area
More Information About
Our Driving Evaluations
Our mission is to provide a comprehensive, participant-centered and evidence-based consultation with the goal of creating a transportation plan that maximizes community mobility and provides the optimal fit of person, environment and available resources.
This comprehensive driving evaluation is a two-part evaluation including:
Assesses cognition, vision, motor and sensory processing skills.
Takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.
Clinic located at:
Assistance for Life
5022-C Wrightsville Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
Clinical Occupational Therapy Evaluation
On-Road Evaluation
Completed by a Licensed Driving Instructor
*if indicated, based on results of clinical OT evaluation*
Takes approximately 1 hour to complete.
Located at:
Southeastern Driver Training Center
5022-D Wrightsville Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
Important information about our program:
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We require a physician order for Occupational Therapy Driving Evaluation
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We do not file insurance
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The cost for the Occupational Therapy clinical evaluation is $350
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The cost for the on-road evaluation is $125
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This program is targeted towards individuals with medical conditions impacting fitness to drive
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If driving cessation is recommended, participant and family counseling is provided to determine optimal alternative transportation options
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Those with complex medical conditions requiring specialized driver training and/or specialized adaptive equipment, will be referred to appropriate specialists
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Full report will be provided to referring physician or others as requested
For more information about the Driving Fitness Program
please contact us!