The following comments have been made by participants of UQDRIVE Retired Drivers groups held in 2008:
“The useful information and the common positive ways of the group [helped] in overcoming the desire to keep driving after 55 years. The need to drive has been dissipated and the camaraderie of the group was such that I looked forward to each session” (retired driver)
What was most useful about the program?
“Transport options, meeting others, knowing others are in the same boat” (retired driver)
“Information supplied, support and encouragement, professionalism of program” (current driver)
What have you already applied from the groups?
“...got in the habit of planning my week / month and better using my time. Looked into travel options I hadn’t tried before” (retired driver)
“Finding alternative means of transport, planning with more wisdom, the search for best retirement options” (retired driver)
What do you intend to apply?
“Explore alternatives home [and local] area, present changes to relatives and friends, dramatically reduce driving” (current driver)
General comments:
“Helpful for myself and to get out of the house” (retired driver)
“I learned so much – wonderful teachers and company” (current driver)