On the other hand, driving means independence. So, this will be a hard conversation to hold.
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How to Talk to your Senior about Driving — National (11/16/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationLaw Enforcement Resources on Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia — National (09/15/2023)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationFive resources provide law enforcement with information on Alzheimer's disease and dementia. These resources can be used by professionals to help assess and assist individuals in need.
Transportation for seniors: Which services are best for you? — National (01/18/2023)
Source: Professional AssociationA comprehensive guide of transportation options that help seniors get around their communities safely while maintaining their independence and freedom. Includes resources to find your own local transportation provider.
Finding Transportation Services for Seniors — National (04/21/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationThere are many transportations and driving services for elders who can no longer drive themselves. Agingcare can provide ideas on how to search for other transportation options.
Driver’s License Renewal Laws for Older Drivers — National (04/20/2022)
Source: For Profit OrganizationDriver's license renewal time including seniors will be viewed as an individual, not as part of a group. this is the time to ask yourself the tough question: Should I continue the drive?
Medical Conditions That Put the Brakes on Driving — National (01/28/2022)
Source: Professional AssociationWhether an older adult can continue driving or not may come down to the amount of time it takes to make important decisions on the road.
Quiz: Do You Know the Rules of the Road? — National (06/11/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationLegal and tech changes mean even longtime drivers have gaps in their driving know-how. Take the AARP quiz to test your driving knowledge.
Retiring from Driving: 3 Ways to Make the Transition — National (05/27/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationNearly half of all former drivers said that all things considered, giving up driving made no impact on their lives. Roughly three in 10 even said they did not miss driving. Here are three ways to help.
Still going Strong: Healthcare Providers — National (05/04/2021)
Source: US Department of TransportationWhat can you do to prevent motor vehicle crash deaths and injuries in your patients?
South Dakota: Helpful Facts for Aging Drivers — South Dakota (09/15/2020)
Source: Professional AssociationHelpful resource from SD Dept. of Public Safety regarding older driver licensing, self-assessments, mobility options, and more.