Difficult decisions such as taking away senior driver motor vehicle privileges are faced frequently by many families. The issue their ability to safely of driving is a sensitive topic and requires careful consideration.
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A Critical Discussion: How to Talk Driver Safety Now with Your Loved One — National (08/08/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationMajority of older adults with cognitive impairment still drive — Michigan (07/23/2023)
Source: UniversityResearchers highlight the importance of caregivers having conversations with care recipients and health care professionals about driving.
DOSCI Training — Minnesota (06/21/2023)
Source: ExpertThis video does not provide POST or CEU hours, but will give the viewer insight into the DOSCI screening tool and how it can help you help others.
Has anyone reported a parent to the DMV to prevent them from driving anymore? — National (05/29/2023)
Source: For Profit OrganizationAging care blog post about how to report a parent to the DMV.
Older adults are more easily distracted — National (05/10/2023)
Source: UniversityThe study assessed the interaction between physical exertion and short-term memory performance when distractors were present or absent in younger and older adults.
How to Know When Your Parents Should Stop Driving — National (03/31/2023)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationDriving is one of the greatest symbols of independence and control we enjoy. So just how do you know when your parents should stop driving?
How To Take the Keys Away From an Elderly Driver: A Step by Step Guide — National (03/29/2023)
Source: For Profit OrganizationArriving at a solution that alleviates family members’ concerns and satisfies a senior’s desire for autonomy requires patience, compromise, and a step-by-step approach.
Older Driver Safety Webinar Rural road safety — National (12/09/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationWebinar: Rural-Specific Challenges and Rural Safety Equity
Older Driver Safety: When It’s Time to Stop Driving — National (12/06/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationThis is an article about warning signs on when you may indicate someone should stop driving.
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week 2022- Blog — National (11/29/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationNADTC wrote a blog with Jane Rath from ChORUS to promote Older Driver Safety Awareness Week.