Nearly 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.
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Retiring from Driving: 3 Ways to Make the Transition — National (05/27/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationWhat Is Your Role In Talking About Older Road User Safety — National (03/23/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationHealth care providers can be vital in helping older road users recognize when it might be time to change their driving habits, seek a driving assessment to identify adaptations to their car and driving, or planning for the future.
Seniors and Driving: When Having “The Talk” Isn’t Enough — National (09/15/2020)
Source: For Profit OrganizationEditor Julie Davis tells the story of her father passing after driving off the road and rolling over in his car.
Driving Retirement! Helping Aging Parents Plan For Driving Retirement — National (09/19/2019)
Source: Professional AssociationDr. Regina Koepp will answer the question, “what is driving retirement?”, and gives tips for talking with seniors about stopping driving.
Discussions with Older Family Members about Safe Driving: — National (08/01/2018)
Source: Professional AssociationThis research brief presents findings on the frequency of, and reasons for, older drivers discussing safe driving with family members.
Staying Independent After Giving Up the Car Keys — National (06/09/2017)
Source: Professional AssociationGiving up the car keys is one of the most challenging decisions a senior makes. The loss of independence can be devastating. But causing an accident because of diminished abilities is even worse.
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week: Dec. 5–9, 2016 — National (12/05/2016)
Source: Professional AssociationAOTA's Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, December 5–9, 2016, aims to promote understanding of the importance of mobility and transportation to ensuring older adults remain active in the community.
Let's Talk About Driving: Safe Driving Planner — National (04/08/2016)
Source: Professional AssociationIt can be difficult to know whether your senior loved ones are still safe on the road or a danger to themselves or others. Check out this Safe Driving Planner.
Assessing Elderly Drivers: Ability Means More Than Age — National (04/08/2015)
Source: For Profit OrganizationEdmunds.com gives information on its website on how to determine a senior’s driving ability.