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Share the Road: It's Everyone's Responsibility — National
Source: US Department of TransportationHow to Talk With Senior About their Unsafe Driving — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationTalking to seniors about their driving abilities can be a difficult conversation to have. For many people, driving represents independence, so giving that freedom can be very difficult to accept.
Exercise For Mature Drivers — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationExercise is a key component of healthy aging. it offers many health benefits to your overall fitness and well-being. Simple exercises may also contribute to a more positive driving experience and help you stay safe on the road.
Helping Elders Retire From Driving — National
Source: NewsToday’s Geriatric Medicine published an article on how caregivers, family members, and physicians can help elders retire from driving.
Evergreen Campaign Material — National
Source: US Department of TransportationTo learn more about how to recognize and discuss changes in older drivers. You may want to share some of the materials at the following site with family members.
" Aging How to Talk with Your Elderly Parent About Giving Up Their Driver’s License" — National
Source: ExpertRecognize that giving up a driver’s license may be a big step for your elderly parents. Approach the topic with compassion and sympathy, but also be firm. After all, the sooner they get out of this unsafe situation, the better things will be for everyone on the road—including them!
Bicycling and Walking by Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertLike younger generations, people age 50 or older are choosing to ride a bike or slip into comfortable footwear for exercise as well as for commuting to work and running errands.
Safe Driving for Older Adults — National
Source: Professional AssociationLearn more about the different factors that can affect driving as you age and signs of when it may be time to stop driving.
How to Have the Difficult Driving Conversation — National
Source: Professional AssociationRead about how to have a difficult driving conversation in the Alzheimer's Today Magazine.