As a loved one to an older driver, you have an imporant task ahead. Start a conversation about safe driving with your older loved one.
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Starting the Conversation—Your Loved Ones Driving — National (02/01/2021)
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ChORUS Older Driver Transportation Planning Tool — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationThe ChORUS Older Driver Transportation Planning Tool guides you through the steps of developing your transportation plan. Starting early allows you to map out your needs, identify and explore your options for alternate transportation modes in your area, and plan for continuing a full and active life whether you are driving or not. Be sure to talk with your doctor to understand how changes in your medical conditions and/or medications might impact driving. Also, family members, friends, and caregivers can help you think about how to best meet all your transportation needs.
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Assessing Elderly Drivers: Ability Means More Than Age — National (04/08/2015)
Source: AssociationEdmunds.com gives information on its website on how to determine a senior’s driving ability.
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Driver Safety for Older Adults: What Families Need to Know — California (02/12/2014)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationUCLA’s Longevity Center held a community meeting on January 16, 2014 to discuss Driver Safety for Older Adults.