AAA surveyed many drivers to see how many people are taking medications issues were not warned by their healthcare provider regarding the possible dangerous impact on driving.
Stand by Me (Playing for Change)
No matter who you are, there will come a time when you need someone to stand by you. This version is particularly powerful to me as it is a composite of diverse musicians and singers from around the globe, showing just how universal the concept of “Standing by Me” can be. I hope you’ll watch it.
If the older adult in your life has been diagnosed with dementia, they may not have to stop driving right away. However, there are signs that family members and caregivers should watch for to ensure that the older driver is safe on the road.
The National Institute on Aging (NIA) laid out a list of signs that someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia should stop driving include:
The Clearinghouse for Older Road User Safety (ChORUS) observes National Caregiving Month each November to recognize and honor the contributions of caregivers who provide care and support to family members or friends. This month, ChORUS wants to raise awareness about the critical role caregivers play in ensuring the well-being of older adults, and the unique challenges they face.
“Your dad has been feeling dizzy, we’re going to the hospital to get checked out.” Ellen remembers how the simple call from her mom last year snowballed into her 71-year-old father going from the “quick” emergency room visit at the community hospital to an ambulance ride to the bigger hospital downtown. He had complained that he didn’t really need to go. Ellen was glad he did. He’d had a stroke. He would also need surgery on his carotid artery. The artery was almost completely blocked by what the doctors called plaque buildup, meaning not enough blood was getting through to his brain.
June is National Safety Month, an initiative created by the National Safety Council to highlight the leading causes of preventable injury and death so people can live their fullest lives. This year, the National Safety Council identified emergency preparedness, slips, trips and falls, heat-related illness, and hazard recognition as the 2023 weekly topics. All these topics can have a positive impact on older driver safety when coupled with resources from ChORUS.
• Emergency Preparedness
The risk of injuring themselves and others while driving is higher than that for younger adults because of age-associated changes and conditions common among older adults.
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