Am I a safe driver? After all, most of us want to make a responsible choice to protect others and ourselves when we drive. Age can affect our ability to sense, decide, and act.
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Recognizing the Signs: Senior Driving Safety — Virginia
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationHow 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.
Helping Older Drivers Stay Safe: A Guide for Family & Friends — National
Source: State Agency/ProgramHelping an older driver stay safe starts with paying attention to how well they are performing tasks, both inside the car and out. Next, we’ll discuss some of the changes you may want to discuss with an older family member or friend.
Web MD: Drug Interaction Checker — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationWebMD drug interaction checker. Always consult with a medical professional with how your medications will affect driving.
Safe Mobility for Older Adults — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAs we age, changes may impact our ability to drive safely. ChORUS resources can help you be a safer driver and plan for the road ahead.
ChORUS Family Member and Caregiver Resources — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationOlder Driver Safety Concern Rises In U.S. And Europe As People Age — National
Source: NewsThe number of adults 65 and older increased by 29% between 2012 and 2021 in the United States.
For older adults, mobility is essential to staying engaged, active, and independent, experts say, and many of them continue to be active drivers on the nation's roads.
But in 2021, nearly 7,500 people in that age group were killed in traffic crashes, accounting for 17% of all traffic fatalities.
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.
Occupational Therapy Toolkit — National
Source: ExpertThe Occupational Therapy e handouts are organized by 85 treatment guides and are based on current research and best practice.
When to Yield: Questions and Answers about Dementia — Virginia
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis booklet reviews the many hard decisions involved with dementia and driving and gives you approaches, including a sample "safe driving agreement" for dealing with this difficult topic.