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This page lists places that help people with disabilities or medical conditions learn to drive safely. Some programs offer evaluations, training, and help with getting adaptive equipment. The services are for people in the Chicago area and other parts of the country.
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Driving after an spinal cord injury
This webpage explains how a spinal cord injury (SCI) can affect a person’s ability to drive and what steps they may need to take to drive safely again. It includes helpful tips, safety considerations, and resources for individuals and families adjusting to life after SCI.
Driving after a traumatic brain injury
This webpage explains how a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect a person’s ability to drive and what steps they might need to take before getting back on the road. It offers helpful tips, safety advice, and resources for individuals and families dealing with TBI.
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Ascension Alexian Brothers Rehabilitation Hospital, together with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, provides driver rehabilitation and evaluation services for people recovering from an illness or injury, including stroke, brain injury, amputation or neuromuscular conditions such as multiple sclerosis.
Phone: 847.640.3119
The Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (ADED) is a professional organization that supports driver rehab professionals and promotes safe, independent transportation for people with disabilities or medical conditions. Their website offers resources, training, and certification information for specialists in the field.
Phone: 866.672.9466
Location: 200 First Avenue NW, Suite 505, Hickory, NC 28601
Serves individuals who are blind or visually impaired with adaptive driving training. Offers specialized instruction and technology support.
Phone: 312.666.1331
Provides driver evaluations and training for individuals with disabilities. Includes clinical assessments, simulator training, and on-road testing.
Phone: 630.909.8000
OSF Healthcare - Order of St. Francis
OSF Healthcare is a large health system in Illinois offering a wide range of medical services. At their Peoria, IL location on Sheridan Road, they provide specialized Driver Rehabilitation through Outpatient Occupational Therapy Services, which is only available at this site.
Phone: 309.672.5682
Location: 719 North William Kumpf Boulevard, Peoria IL 61605
Rush University Medical Center Driving Rehabilitation Program
This program helps people who have had injuries, illnesses, or age-related changes get back to driving safely. Specially trained therapists use evaluations and training to support each person’s unique needs and help them feel confident behind the wheel.
Phone: 888.352.7874
Location: 1725 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60612
Strive for Independence
Strive for Independence offers a comprehensive driving rehabilitation program designed to help individuals regain safe driving skills after injury, illness, or age-related changes. Their team provides personalized evaluations and training to support independence and confidence on the road.
Phone: 630.984.1919
Location: 1919 S Highland Ave Building C Suite 119, Lombard, IL 60148
VA Driver Rehabilitation Program
This program helps veterans with physical or cognitive challenges learn to drive safely and independently. It offers evaluations, training, and support using adaptive equipment and specialized vehicles.
Phone: 708.202.8387
Location: 5000 South 5th Avenue, Hines, IL 60141-3030
Offers driver evaluations and training for individuals with disabilities. Includes clinical testing and adaptive equipment consultations.
Phone: 312.996.7000
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This content is for informational purposes only and may not be comprehensive. Information contained does not imply an endorsement from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, and does not replace the advice of a qualified healthcare professional. See here for further details.© Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (formerly Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago) Henry B. Betts LIFE Center – (312) 238-5433
