Time to Hand Over the Keys?
The National Safety Council created a .pdf of information for family members and loved ones of seniors regarding their driving ability.
The National Safety Council created a .pdf of information for family members and loved ones of seniors regarding their driving ability.
Consumer Affairs reports that a University of Missouri researcher says the negative consequences of taking away a driver’s keys because of loss of mobility and individuality outweigh safety concerns of them staying on the road.
Dobbs and Schopflocher published an article in which they introduced a tool to identify people who are unfit to drive because of cognitive impairment.
NHTSA offers an e-booklet on how to understand and the influence of older drivers on its website.
Federal Highway Administration lists all state transportation websites. Click here to find your state's Department of Transportation.
Keiro Senior HealthCare gives tips on discussing driver safety concerns with older adults. Issues with flexibility, reflexes and strength can all negatively affect a senior’s ability to drive.
A team of research studied various age groups and the timing of yellow lights to see its impact on safety at intersections.
Drivers over age 65 are the fastest-growing segment of the driving population, and their eye care providers are playing an increasingly important role in assessing their ability to drive safely.
Today’s Geriatric Medicine published an article on how caregivers, family members, and physicians can help elders retire from driving.
The current study examined rural-urban differences in health care provider (HCP) perceptions, attitudes, and practices related to driving safety/cessation-related anticipatory guidance provision to older adults.