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What Should You Keep in the Car? — National
Source: Nonprofit Organization10 Top Car Safety Features for Seniors — National
Source: Professional AssociationBut some of the amazing optional safety features in late-model vehicles enhance safety even further. And they are top picks for baby boomers and other older drivers.
How to Help Aging Parents Drive Longer — National
Source: Professional AssociationYou should plan for your parent’s eventual “driving retirement” when physical and cognitive changes make driving too difficult. Learn what to look for and how to navigate this tricky conversation.
Essential Safety Tips for Seniors Using Public Transportation — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationAs you get older and start living out your golden years, there are a lot of different reasons driving a car may no longer be an option for transportation. It could be a medical condition that makes it unsafe to drive,
License Lookup — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationWhy Choose LicenseLookup.org? Does your accountant really carry the right license for your business project? Use this tool to look up the license.
How to Help Your Loved One Retire from Driving — National
Source: ExpertDriving is a source of freedom and independence for our aging loved ones. But over time, physical and mental changes can make it unsafe for them to operate their motor vehicle.
Providing Options to Rural Older Adults — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationFor older adults living in rural communities, the challenge of aging in place is often magnified. What specific programs and policies have proven successful and could be replicated?
Be Prepared for Winter Driving — National
Source: ExpertDriving in the winter can be harrowing, especially in snowstorms and icy conditions. By getting your car ready for winter and using some simple tips to drive safely, you can face almost any weather Mother Nature decides to send your way.
Talking to your parents about driving — National
Source: ExpertData from the Department of Transportation shows that over 30 million adults over 65 in the US are driving. Many older adults have been driving for 50 or more years, and it can provide a sense of personal independence, which older adults are reluctant to give up. For most seniors, the loss of their driving ability can make them feel isolated and dependent.
Aging Parents and Driving: How and When To Broach the Subject With Sensitivity and Understanding — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationWhether it be due to health concerns, safety concerns, or a mix of both, knowing how and when to approach such a sensitive topic can be intimidating and quite discouraging.
Read on to learn how to approach the subject and how to know when it’s time for aging parents to hang up their keys.