There may come a time when you question whether a loved one is still safe to drive. But how do you know when it's time to stop driving? AARP developed this article to help recognize the signs and symptoms.
The University of Mississippi Medical Center wrote a blog about what it is like for them as medical professionals having conversations with their older patients about driving and driving retirement.
Giving 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.
This research brief presents findings on the frequency of, and reasons for, older drivers discussing safe driving with family members.
NADTC wrote a blog with Jane Rath from ChORUS to promote Older Driver Safety Awareness Week.
Caregiving can seem like a career choice, but it can happen to anyone. It may start by helping your mom do her laundry or driving your dad to a medical appointment. Former First Lady Rosalyn Carter once said, “There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”
Driving 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.
Resource page that provides links to other pages related to older driver safety
Dr. Regina Koepp will answer the question, “what is driving retirement?”, and gives tips for talking with seniors about stopping driving.
Lean the skills necessary to manage a successful and sustainable older road user safety program. Individuals involved with older road user safety have specific needs that are often not met in other courses.