AAA recommends being proactive by asking your doctor or pharmacist about how your medications could affect your driving ability. In fact, AAA suggests that only about half of doctors mention the potential driving risk to patients
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Prescription & Over-The-Counter Drugs & Driving — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationSenior Licensing Laws — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationTo explore license renewal procedures in your state, click here.
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.
How to Help Your Loved One Retire from Driving — National
Source: ExpertDriving is a source of freedom and independence for our aging loved ones. But over time, physical and mental changes can make it unsafe for them to operate their motor vehicle.
Assisting Aging Drivers During and After Their Decision to Retire from Driving — Michigan
Source: State Agency/ProgramResource page that provides links to other pages related to older driver safety
Driving Dilemmas: Risk vs. Independence — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationAt some point, however, it is predictable that driving skills will deteriorate and individuals will lose the ability to safely operate a vehicle. Even though age alone does not determine when a person needs to stop driving,
Planning for Driving Retirement: — National
Source: ExpertThis study assessed whether driving stress, enjoyment, confidence concerning driving events and assessment of driving alternatives influence planning.
Veterans Transportation Service (VTS) — National
Source: State Agency/ProgramVeterans Transportation Service (VTS) is working to establish Mobility Managers at each local VA facility to help Veterans meet their transportation needs.
Veterans Transportation Program (VTP) — National
Source: State Agency/ProgramVA’s Veterans Transportation Program (VTP) offers Veterans many travel solutions to and from their VA health care facilities. This program offers these services at little or no costs to eligible Veterans.
Be Prepared for Winter Driving — National
Source: ExpertDriving in the winter can be harrowing, especially in snowstorms and icy conditions. By getting your car ready for winter and using some simple tips to drive safely, you can face almost any weather Mother Nature decides to send your way.