Many family caregivers sometimes fear that their aging loved ones are no longer safe behind the wheel. Hesitation to act on this worry is normal, but ignoring the warning signs that a senior is unfit to drive is.
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Taking the Keys Away: What to Do If a Senior Won't Stop Driving — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationAlternative Transportation for Seniors — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationHere is a look at senior drivers, key services available to seniors who no longer drive, what to know about them and how to get rides for seniors.
Bioptic Driving State Laws — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationDoes your state allow bioptic driving? Learn more here.
Driving Safely While Aging Gracefully — National
Source: US Department of TransportationDriving is a key to independence from the moment we get our first license. Most of us want to hold onto that key for as long as we safely can. This resource created by NHTSA can help.
How to hire a driver for seniors: 6 tips — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationWhen your older adult can’t safely drive themselves, one option is hiring a caregiver to drive them. We’ve got 6 tips to help you find a great caregiver who will safely and reliably drive your older adult around town.
How to Talk With Seniors 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 up that freedom can be very difficult to accept.
How Do You Know When To Stop Driving? 8 Signs To Look For — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationBut, how do you know when to stop driving? – Here are eight warning signs that tell you it’s time to turn in your keys.
Safety Issues & Recalls — National
Source: US Department of TransportationUse National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations Safety Issues & Recall website to find your vehicle and see if it needs updates.
V2V Communications Fact Sheet — National
Source: US Department of TransportationFor the past decade, NHTSA has researched V2V, a communication technology that allows vehicles to communicate to one another regarding important safety and mobility information.
Grandparents & Safety Car Seat Safety — National
Source: US Department of TransportationToday, Many grandparents are their grandchildren's caretakers and may be responsible for correctly installing and using car seats.