by admin | Apr 14, 2020 | CarFreeMe in the news, Dementia, Research, Tips, Uncategorized
Should we consider community mobility when we really need to stay home for our safety and the safety of our communities? Older people, disabled people and people with chronic medical conditions, such as dementia, have been identified as vulnerable and encouraged or...
by admin | Apr 4, 2019 | CarFreeMe in the news, Dementia, Research
Having a plan for getting out and about and doing the things that you value, without driving, is really important for your wellbeing. Driving is a complex task that requires good vision and spatial awareness, muscle strength, attention, judgement and quick reactions....
by admin | Sep 5, 2018 | CarFreeMe in the news, Dementia, Research
The ability to get out and about is an important element in living well with dementia. To participate in social activities and to have some degree of independence, despite a medical condition is vital to maintaining wellbeing and to live an autonomous life in the...
by admin | Jun 21, 2018 | CarFreeMe in the news, Dementia, Research
Researchers will evaluate the effectiveness of CarFreeMe for supporting people living with dementia in new trials – in South-East Queensland and ACT. CarFreeMe is an evidence-based approach to supporting older people living with dementia (65+ years) and their...
by admin | Jul 28, 2016 | CarFreeMe in the news
Earlier this month, Car Free Me was featured on Channel 9 News. The reporters talked to our team about how to prepare for a car free life. Driving cessation is a big step for most people. But it doesn’t mean that it takes away your freedom and independence. In this...
by admin | May 19, 2016 | CarFreeMe in the news, Dementia
9 November 2015 Congratulations to The University of Queensland’s Dr Theresa Scott, who has been awarded a NHMRC-ARC Dementia Research Development Fellowship. Dr Scott’s “Rolling it Out” project aims to improve driving...
