Older drivers
Older drivers and safety resources - information and resources from the RMV
Drivers with disabilities
Driving can expand mobility. Some programs are available to support people with disabilities in learning to drive:
- MRC programs - individuals with disabilities who are eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation services through the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) may be referred for driving-related evaluations and resources
- Learner's permit test - alternative exam options are available from the RMV (scroll down to "More Info"). Contact your Independent Living Center to ask if they provide help studying for the learner's permit test
- Disability placards and license plates - how to apply
- Funding assistance to purchase or modify a vehicle
Driving schools and assessment programs in Massachusetts:
- Adaptive Driving Program
- Central Mass Safety Council - services available statewide throughout Massachusetts
- DriveWise and DriveAdvise
- Grand Prix Driving School
- Next Street - driving school & assessments
- Spaulding Driving Assessment Program
- Triad Driving Academy
Veterans
VA grants for vehicles and adaptive equipment
Car ownership programs
- Community Action Rides (CARs) helps low-income residents of Berkshire County acquire cars through providing low-interest loans and financial literacy coaching
- Good News Garage – provides refurbished, donated vehicles to eligible Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission consumers who otherwise could not afford to purchase their own. This program is run through a partnership between the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission and Ascentria Care Alliance. Also accepts donations of vehicles
- For general information about car loans and car ownership programs, visit Working Cars for Working Families
Carsharing
Carsharing is an option for people who need to drive sometimes, but not regularly enough to justify owning a car. Carshare members can rent cars by the hour or by the day. Carsharing companies operating in Massachusetts include:
Peer carsharing allows people who own cars to rent them to neighbors:
Paying for driving expenses
Grants and funding streams that may be able to help pay for driving and other transportation expenses
Contact
| Date published: | April 27, 2020 |
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