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How to Talk to Your Loved One about Driving — National (01/19/2024)
Source: Professional Association7 Tips for Talking to Aging Parents When it Comes to Driving — National (01/19/2024)
Source: Professional AssociationAs we get older, we start to experience changes inside and out. From our sight and hearing to our memory and motor skills, these changes can affect our everyday lives including how we drive and our ability to drive safely.
Walking, Driving, and Moving Around After a Stroke — National (09/12/2023)
Source: ExpertAfter you have a stroke, you may realize exactly how complex something like walking is. Moving your body can be harder than it was. But as you recover, there are lots of ways you can improve how well you get around. Learn ways to regain strength and balance and help your mind and body get back in sync.
A Critical Discussion: How to Talk Driver Safety Now with Your Loved One — National (08/08/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationDifficult 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.
What Does An Elderly Driving Evaluation Involve — National (11/28/2022)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationIn this brief article, we will explain what an elderly driving evaluation is and how it can help determine when it may be wise to stop driving.
Free Senior Transportation Options — National (11/07/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationIn this brief article, we will describe these transit alternatives for seniors. It offers a broad range of possibilities, including low-cost, publicly funded, accessible, and private choices.
Activities of Daily Living — National (10/09/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationYou can also ask the patient about ADLs, basic tasks such as feeding, dressing, grooming, and bathing, IADL, and more complex tasks that include driving, and using public transportation.
Talking about Driving with An Older Driver — National (04/06/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationConversations around driving can be tense and awkward. But there are things you can say to make those conversations more productive and less tense. Here are some things you can do.
Driving and Community Mobility for the Older Adult — National (03/31/2022)
Source: ExpertThree themes emerged from the data: perspectives on falling, driving = independence and freedom, and utilization and knowledge of resources. The role OT practitioners can play in addressing these areas will be reviewed.
5 Easy Ways to Help Our Elders — National (01/02/2022)
Source: UniversityToday, with the technological advancements and availability of a wide range of home modifications, caregiving, and other services, there are many options available to help the elderly. Here are 5 ways you can help improve their life.