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Driver Challenge with LCSO 🚗🚘🛣 (Date may change to Feb)
8:30am to 3:30pm
01/23/2025
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We are excited to announce our upcoming Driver Challenge event in partnership with the Lee Co. Sheriff’s office from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
We’re waiting for confirmation on the date and location, and will keep you updated as soon as we have confirmation from LCSO.
However, we wanted you to save the date and start preparing.
This event is open to all MAC drivers who have a license or learner’s permit. You will need to have your own car to use for the day, so if you don’t have your own, ask your parents if you can borrow one for the event.
Even if you don’t like driving every day, this is a very helpful event designed to help you build your confidence and driving skills. You won’t be on the open road. You’ll be practicing in a protected area.
The MAC Driver Challenge is an event designed to help autistic adults develop and enhance their driving skills in a supportive and structured environment.
It includes practical, hands-on experiences as well as educational components, focusing on the unique challenges that some autistic individuals may face while driving.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to get to know our local Sheriffs, and for them to get to know MAC Members.
Here’s what the MAC Driver Challenge entails:
- Driving Course Instruction: Participants receive guided instruction on a closed driving course. This helps them practice key driving skills in a controlled environment, allowing for real-time feedback and coaching.
- Mock Traffic Stop: This component simulates interactions with law enforcement during a traffic stop. Participants learn how to handle these situations calmly and effectively, which is crucial for their safety and confidence.
- Seat Belt Convincer: A safety exercise designed to emphasize the importance of wearing seat belts. Participants experience the impact of a low-speed collision in a controlled setting to reinforce this critical safety measure.
- Roadway Safety Class: This educational session covers important topics related to driving safety, including rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and strategies for handling various driving scenarios.
- Lunch: Participants have a break for lunch, which also serves as an opportunity to connect with peers, share experiences, and discuss what they’ve learned so far.
The MAC Driver Challenge is not only about improving driving skills but also about building confidence and preparing participants for real-world driving experiences.
It’s tailored to the specific needs of autistic adults, providing a comprehensive approach to driving education that takes into account both practical skills and social interactions on the road.
Location: TBD
Sign up or text Jill at 239-201-8133 if you can join us!