Whether it’s the driving of a spouse, a parent, or another loved one, there may come a time when you begin to question whether a loved one is still safe to drive. How do you know when its time to stop driving?
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We Need to talk: The difficult driving conversation: senior Navigator — Virginia
Source: Professional AssociationA Conversation at Thanksgiving Keeping Older Drivers Safe Behind the Wheel — National
Source: Professional AssociationWhen families and older adults plan ahead for community mobility, they have the most choices and the most power.
Welcome to SmartSafeandSober.org — Virginia
Source: Professional AssociationSmart, Safe & Sober is a comprehensive statewide partnership aimed at reducing traffic fatalities. It is a joint effort of local law enforcement, the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police, the Virginia Highway Safety Office of the Department of Motor Vehicles, the Virginia Department of State Police, the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association, and DRIVE SMART Virginia.
Through education and awareness on seat belt use, public service announcements, community events, and high visibility enforcement by state and local law enforcement, the SSS program helps to save lives on Virginia’s highways.
Pedestrian Safety in Older Adults — National
Source: Professional AssociationLifespan Pedestrian Safety in Older Adults page provides helpful tip and resources on how to stay safe when you are out and about.
Senior Driving — National
Source: Professional AssociationEvaluating driving ability early and understanding mind and body changes can give older drivers the tools necessary to drive safer for longer. Visit AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety to learn more.
Comprehensive Driving Evaluations — National
Source: Professional AssociationHartford Insurance comprehensive driving evaluations goes over reasons to consider a driving evaluation.
AAA RoadWise Driver — National
Source: Professional AssociationAAA’s RoadWise™, a senior defensive driving program is an online course designed to positively affect driving behavior and help you learn about and adjust to age-related physical changes.
CAN Help Desk — National
Source: Professional AssociationAn older loved one with Alzheimer’s? If you are a family caregiver and have questions or just need to talk, consider reaching out to the Caregiver Help Desk.
Senior Center Presentation — National
Source: Professional AssociationChORUS developed a presentation slide deck that you can use to present to older adults to promote older driver safety in your community.